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Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs. György Lenhossék)

Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs. György Lenhossék), by Auguste Alexis Canzi, oil, 1846
Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs. György Lenhossék), by Auguste Alexis Canzi, oil, 1846

Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs. György Lenhossék) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Auguste Alexis Canzi. It dates from 1846 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery. Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs.

About this work

Overview

Porträt der Szidónia Károlyi (Mrs. György Lenhossék) is an oil painting created by Auguste Alexis Canzi in 1846, now held at the Hungarian National Gallery.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Szidónia Károlyi, seated at a table with a vase of flowers, wearing a white dress and purple shawl. Her direct gaze engages the viewer, set against a serene landscape background.

Technique & Style

Canzi's use of chiaroscuro creates depth and dimensionality, drawing attention to the subject's face. The intricate detailing of her dress and the contrast between light and dark areas enhance the overall visual effect.

Artist & collection