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Constantia Foster med syskonbarn

Unknown

1798

oil

canvas

From the collection of Nationalmuseum

18th Century

Dominant colour

Constantia Foster med syskonbarn is a 1798 oil by Unknown, held at Nationalmuseum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1798
Where can I see it?: Nationalmuseum

About this work

This painting depicts a woman seated in a chair, holding a baby. The woman wears a white dress with a blue sash and a white head covering, while the baby is dressed in white with a pink bow on its head. The background features a dark wall with a wooden cabinet and a statue on top. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement, while the baby's presence adds a touch of warmth and intimacy to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and quiet contemplation. For more information on the artist's technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.