Who painted Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady was painted by Christian Seybold in 1741.

Where can I see Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Portrait of a Lady?

Portrait of a Lady is associated with Biedermeier.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Lady?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Lady are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a Lady

Christian Seybold , 1741

Portrait of a Lady is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Christian Seybold. It dates from 1741 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Lady, created by German Baroque painter Christian Seybold around 1741, is an oil painting characterized by its realistic and detailed depiction of a female subject.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait presents a woman with fair skin and blonde hair, dressed in a white dress and red shawl, set against a dark background. Her naturalistic representation contrasts with the idealized portraits common during Seybold's time, suggesting an emphasis on individuality.

Technique & Style

Seybold employed chiaroscuro to achieve depth and volume, highlighting the subject's features through strong light and dark contrasts. The painting's intimate, domestic focus aligns with the Biedermeier movement's values.

History & Provenance

Portrait of a Lady is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection, reflecting Seybold's contribution to the Baroque period's character study tradition with his finely detailed, realistic approach.