Artwork
The Head of a Girl
The Head of a Girl is an unspecified painting by William Denholm Kennedy. It dates from 1849 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
The Head of a Girl is a painting by William Denholm Kennedy, created around 1849. It is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young woman with dark hair, adorned with a red flower, gazing downward. Her bare shoulders and upper back are visible, and she appears to be holding a small object.
Technique & Style
The subject's hair is styled in an updo, partially obscuring her face. The background, likely a landscape with trees and a blue sky, is not clearly defined.
Artist & collection
