Who painted Portrait of an Unknown Woman?

Portrait of an Unknown Woman was painted by Kazimir Yasevich in 1852.

Where can I see Portrait of an Unknown Woman?

Portrait of an Unknown Woman is held by Hermitage Museum.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of an Unknown Woman?

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Artwork

Portrait of an Unknown Woman

Kazimir Yasevich , 1852

Portrait of an Unknown Woman is an oil painting by Kazimir Yasevich. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Kazimir Yasevich’s oil painting titled *Portrait of an Unknown Woman* dates from 1852 and is part of the State Hermitage Museum’s collection. The work presents a solitary female figure rendered in a realistic manner, characteristic of mid‑nineteenth‑century portraiture, and remains a notable example of Yasevich’s output.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is shown with dark hair, a black dress trimmed with a white lace collar, and a pink headscarf, complemented by gold earrings. Her right arm rests on a wooden surface while she looks directly at the viewer with an unembellished, neutral expression, suggesting a dignified, perhaps aristocratic presence without overt narrative cues.

Technique & Style

Yasevich employs chiaroscuro to model the figure, using contrasts of light and shadow to give the fabric and facial features a three‑dimensional quality. The brushwork is fine and detailed, especially in the rendering of lace, jewelry, and the texture of the wooden plane, reflecting a commitment to realistic representation.

History & Provenance

Created in 1852, the portrait entered the State Hermitage Museum’s holdings, where it remains on display. Its provenance prior to acquisition by the museum is not extensively documented, but the work has been identified as part of Yasevich’s mid‑century oeuvre.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Kazimir Yasevich

Kazimir Yasevich (1813–1888) was an artist, born in Vilna Governorate.

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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