Portretul unei țărănci italiene
1869
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
1869
From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum
This painting shows a woman dressed in a simple, light-colored dress with dark trim. She’s wearing a white headscarf and a red beaded necklace. Her hands are clasped together in front of her, and she holds a small bouquet of flowers with red berries and green leaves. The dark background makes her face stand out clearly, with soft shadows adding depth to her features. The flowers she holds look almost real, adding a touch of color to the scene. If you like this style of lighting, check out the technique called *chiaroscuro*.
