Artwork

Portrait of a woman in a cap

Portrait of a woman in a cap, by Feliks Pęczarski, oil, 1828
Portrait of a woman in a cap, by Feliks Pęczarski, oil, 1828

Portrait of a woman in a cap is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Feliks Pęczarski. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of a woman in a cap is an oil painting created by Feliks Pęczarski in 1828. It is part of the collection at the National Museum in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman with a serious expression, wearing a dark cap adorned with a flower and a white lace collar. Her face is the focal point against a plain black background.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of light creates a strong contrast with the dark background, highlighting the subject's cheekbones and forehead. This contrast is achieved through a technique known as chiaroscuro, which emphasizes the interplay between light and dark.

Artist & collection

Artist

Feliks Pęczarski

Feliks Pęczarski (1804–1862) was an artist, born in Warsaw.