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About this work

This painting shows a side view of a person’s head and shoulders. The colors are flat and bright—deep browns for the hair and skin, a solid blue for the shirt, and soft yellows and purples around the edges. The lines are loose, almost sketchy, with some areas where the paint looks smudged or layered. The artist used a mix of watercolor and carbon paper to create this effect, which gives it a rough, handmade feel. The background is mostly just a warm orange, keeping the focus on the face. If you like this style, check out more works by Per Kirkeby.