Artwork
A Girl's Head I
A Girl's Head I is an oil painting by Olof Sager-Nelson. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
A Girl's Head I is a portrait painted in oil around 1892 by Swedish artist Olof Sager-Nelson. It is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection in Sweden.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young girl with dark hair pulled back and downcast eyes, set against a muted green background. The subject is rendered with expressive detail, characteristic of Sager-Nelson's focus on individual portraits.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimension in the subject's face, drawing attention to her features through contrast between light and dark areas. This technique is a hallmark of Sager-Nelson's work, which often reflects Symbolist tendencies.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johan Olof Gudmund Sager-Nelson (13 September 1868, By Parish, Värmland - 11 April 1896, Biskra, Algeria) was a Swedish painter. Many of his works are in the Symbolist style.
