Theresa Soterius von Sachsenheim (în RI: Clara Soterus von Sachsenheim)

From the collection of Brukenthal National Museum

Dominant colour

Theresa Soterius von Sachsenheim (în RI: Clara Soterus von Sachsenheim) is a work by Theodor Benedict Sockl, held at Brukenthal National Museum.

Who painted this?: Theodor Benedict Sockl
Where can I see it?: Brukenthal National Museum

About this work

This portrait shows a woman with dark hair styled into a loose bun. She wears a white lace dress with puffed sleeves and a gold necklace. A flower wreath sits on her head, and a single rose is pinned to her chest. The painting uses soft shadows to shape her face, giving it a gentle glow. The flowers and lace add a touch of elegance to the simple background. Look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works.