Portrait of Mrs. Foteina Stasinopoulos

About this work

This painting shows a woman with short, dark hair and a serious expression. She’s wearing a dark sweater with a white pattern near the collar. The background is mostly dark, making her face stand out against the shadows. The brushstrokes are loose, especially on her skin and clothes, giving it a soft, slightly blurred look. The lighting focuses on her face, leaving the edges darker. Try looking up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works in other paintings.