Artwork
Portrait of a Child
Portrait of a Child is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Berthe Morisot. It is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Portrait of a Child is an oil painting created by Berthe Morisot in 1898, currently held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young child in a dark green dress with a white fur collar against a light-colored background. A swan is visible to the right, though it is not the primary focus. The child's blurred face adds to the enigmatic nature of the portrait.
Technique & Style
Loose and expressive brushstrokes convey a sense of movement and energy. The overall effect is soft and delicate, with the child's features blending into the surrounding colors. Vertical brushstrokes are evident in the background.
Artist & collection
Artist
Berthe Marie Pauline Morisot (French: ; 14 January 1841 – 2 March 1895) was a French painter, printmaker and a member of the circle of painters in Paris who became known as the Impressionists.
