The Head of a Woman
1866
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
1866
oil
From the collection of National Galleries Scotland
The painting features a woman's head, depicted in profile. Her dark hair is pulled back, and she wears a dark-colored garment with a subtle pattern. The background is a muted brown color. The artist's use of oil paint creates a sense of depth and texture in the portrait. The subject's features are rendered with precision, from the curve of her nose to the shape of her lips. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's work, you can explore the Scottish National Gallery's collection, which includes other pieces by William Fettes Douglas.
