Woman in a Large Hat
1922
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
1922
oil
From the collection of National Gallery of Ireland
Woman in a Large Hat is a 1922 oil by Patrick Tuohy, held at National Gallery of Ireland.
The painting features a woman wearing a large, dark-colored hat that casts a shadow over her face. Her hair is styled in a short, curly fashion, and she is dressed in a blue top with a white collar underneath. The background of the painting is a muted, earthy tone. The woman's expression is neutral, and her gaze is directed slightly to the right of the viewer. The overall atmosphere of the painting is subdued, with the dark hat and muted colors creating a sense of calmness. The painting's use of chiaroscuro, with the contrast between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the subject. To learn more about this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
