Artwork
Portrait of a young woman
Portrait of a young woman is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste Greuze. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Art Museum of Azerbaijan. This oil painting, created around 1750, is a representative work of the Rococo movement.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created around 1750, is a representative work of the Rococo movement. It is held in the National Art Museum of Azerbaijan.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young woman lost in thought, wearing a headscarf and a white garment with a black collar. Her neutral expression and downward gaze convey a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
The artist, Jean-Baptiste Greuze, employed soft, gentle lines to render the woman's features. A dark, muted background emphasizes the subject, creating a sense of intimacy.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Baptiste Greuze (French pronunciation: , 21 August 1725 – 4 March 1805) was a French painter of portraits, genre scenes, and history painting.
