An unknown young woman
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
watercolor
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a woman with curly brown hair and pale skin. She’s wearing a soft pink dress with a black bow at the neckline. The background is a faint blue-gray, almost like a sky or a wall. Her face is calm, with a slight smile and steady eyes. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on her hair and the background. The artist used watercolors, which gives it a soft, slightly blurred look. The colors are muted but warm, especially the pink of her dress. Next, look up Richmond, George to see more of his work.
