Profile Head of a Woman
1890
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Julian Alden Weir
American, West Point, New York 1852–1919 New York
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Profile Head of a Woman is a 1890 ink by Julian Alden Weir, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting features a woman's profile, depicted in a side view with her head turned slightly to the right. Her dark hair is styled in a neat, low bun, and she wears a loose-fitting garment with a high neckline. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which provides a subtle contrast to the woman's darker features. The artist's use of drypoint technique creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting, particularly in the woman's hair and clothing. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the woman is lost in thought. For more information on the artist's use of drypoint technique, explore the works of Julian Alden Weir.
American, West Point, New York 1852–1919 New York
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