Who painted Portret de femeie?

Portret de femeie was painted by Kimon Loghi in 1911.

Where can I see Portret de femeie?

Portret de femeie is held by National Museum of Art of Romania.

Artwork

Portret de femeie

Kimon Loghi , 1911

Portret de femeie is an unspecified painting by Kimon Loghi. It dates from 1911 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1911, this portrait by Kimon Loghi depicts a woman rendered against a dark, unadorned backdrop. The composition centers her face, which is illuminated by subtle modeling, while the surrounding space recedes into a uniform shade, emphasizing her features and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is a light‑skinned woman with dark hair, turned slightly away from the viewer. She wears a pale dress with a deep neckline and a single red flower tucked behind her ear, suggesting a modest yet personal gesture. The restrained pose and muted expression convey a quiet, introspective presence.

Technique & Style

Loghi employs soft transitions of tone on the face and shoulders, reminiscent of the sfumato technique, to blur edges and create a gentle modeling of form. The brushwork is delicate, allowing colors to blend seamlessly, while the overall palette remains restrained, focusing attention on the sitter’s visage.

History & Provenance

The work dates to the early 1910s, a period when Loghi was active in portraiture. Details of its ownership history are limited, but the piece has remained associated with the artist’s oeuvre, illustrating his approach to intimate, single‑figure compositions during that decade.

Artist & collection

Artist

Kimon Loghi

Kimon Loghi painted bright, sunlit scenes of people at leisure by the sea. In 1903 he showed “Balada” and later captured bathers in “Femei la scăldat,” set a beach near Concarneau in “Plajă la Beg - Meil,” and printed…