Who painted Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family?

Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family was painted by Nicolas de Courteille in 1825.

Where can I see Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family?

Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family is held by Hermitage Museum.

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Artwork

Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family

Nicolas de Courteille , 1825

Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family is an oil painting by Nicolas de Courteille. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of a Woman from the Schmidt Family is an oil painting created by Nicolas de Courteille in 1825, now held at the State Hermitage Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a seated woman in a white dress with puffy sleeves and a yellow shawl, her dark hair styled neatly, gazing directly at the viewer with a neutral expression. Her clasped hands rest on a stone or marble table, set against a dark, muted background.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates strong contrasts between light and dark, adding depth and dimension to the portrait. The technique draws attention to the subject and enhances the overall sense of realism.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolas de Courteille

Nicolas de Courteille (1768–1830) was an artist, born in Paris.

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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