Who painted Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman was painted by Jean-Baptiste Perronneau.

Where can I see Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman is held by National Museum of Ancient Art.

What movement is Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of a woman

Jean-Baptiste Perronneau

Portrait of a woman is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Jean-Baptiste Perronneau. It is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art.

About this work

Overview

This portrait, painted by Jean-Baptiste Perronneau in 1788, is a representative example of Rococo-era portraiture. It is housed in the National Museum of Ancient Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman in a blue dress with jewelry, her hair styled in an updo, gazing directly at the viewer. Her attire and hairstyle convey elegance and refinement.

Technique & Style

Perronneau's use of light and shadow creates depth, drawing attention to the subject's face. The contrast between the dark background and the subject's illuminated features is characteristic of his skillful handling of chiaroscuro, a technique typical of his work in portrait pastels.

Artist & collection

Artist

Jean-Baptiste Perronneau

Jean-Baptiste Perronneau (French pronunciation: ; c. 1716 – 19 November 1783) was a French Rococo painter and draughtsman, best known for his portrait pastels.