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The woman at the source. Brittany, by Panos Terlemezyan, oil, 1900

The woman at the source. Brittany

Panos Terlemezyan

1900

oil

canvas

From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia

Dominant colour

Overview

The woman at the source. Brittany is a 1900 oil by Panos Terlemezyan, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Spring, held at National Gallery of Armenia.

Who painted this?
Panos Terlemezyan
When & what style?
1900 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Armenia

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting on a stone wall, facing a well or spring. She is dressed in dark clothing and a white head covering, with her hands resting on her lap. The scene is set against a backdrop of stone buildings and a clear blue sky. In the foreground, the woman's figure is prominently displayed, while the well and surrounding architecture are visible in the background. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. For more information on the artist's technique, explore the use of chiaroscuro in his work.

About the artist

Portrait of Panos Terlemezyan
Artist

Panos Terlemezyan

Panos Terlemezian (Armenian: Փանոս Թերլեմեզյան; 11 March 1865, Aygestan near Van – 30 April 1941, Yerevan) was an Armenian landscape and portrait painter; known for his support of Armenian nationalist causes.

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