Maija

About this work

The painting depicts a young girl with a braided ponytail, wearing a red dress with puffy shoulders. She sits at a dark wooden table, her arms crossed in front of her. The background is a light blue wall. The girl's expression is neutral, and her gaze is directed straight ahead. The overall atmosphere of the painting is calm and serene. This portrait is a great example of a realistic depiction of everyday life. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique next.