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Portrait of a Young Lady, by Stephen Catterson Smith the younger, oil, 1890

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Portrait of a Young Lady is a 1890 oil by Stephen Catterson Smith the younger, held at National Gallery of Ireland.

When & what style?
1890
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National Gallery of Ireland

About this work

This portrait depicts a young woman with fair skin and brown hair styled in a bob. She wears a white dress with a high neckline and long sleeves, and her gaze is directed straight ahead. The background of the painting is a dark, muted color. The subject's attire and hairstyle suggest a modest and understated elegance, which is reflected in the overall tone of the portrait. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and expression. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Stephen Catterson Smith the younger.

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Stephen Catterson Smith the younger

Stephen Catterson Smith the younger (1849–1912) was an artist, born in Dublin.

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