Artwork

Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?)

Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?), by Franz von Lenbach, oil, 1889
Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?), by Franz von Lenbach, oil, 1889

Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Franz von Lenbach. It dates from 1889 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Woman (Frau Gregas?) is a 1889 oil painting by Franz von Lenbach, a German artist known for portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman with a serious expression, dressed in dark, high-collared attire and a matching hat. The somber background emphasizes her face and clothing.

Technique & Style

Lenbach's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, with strong contrasts between light and dark. Visible brushstrokes, particularly on the subject's collar and hat, add texture to the work.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Statens Museum for Kunst collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Franz von Lenbach

Artist

Franz von Lenbach

Franz Seraph Lenbach, after 1882, Ritter von Lenbach (13 December 1836 – 6 May 1904), was a German painter known primarily for his portraits of prominent personalities from the nobility, the arts, and industry.