Artwork

Portrait of a Woman

Portrait of a Woman, by Pierre Subleyras, oil, 1740
Portrait of a Woman, by Pierre Subleyras, oil, 1740

Portrait of a Woman is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Pierre Subleyras. It dates from 1740 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, Portrait of a Woman, was created by Pierre Subleyras in 1740. It is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an unnamed woman wearing a blue robe and a white headscarf. The subject's identity is not specified, leaving interpretation open.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Subleyras's skill in capturing texture and depth, evident in the folds of the woman's robe. Executed in the Rococo style, it reflects the artist's engagement with refined figural representation.

History & Provenance

Subleyras, a French painter active during the late-Baroque and early-Neoclassic period, primarily worked in Italy. The painting dates to a transitional period in his career.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pierre Subleyras

Artist

Pierre Subleyras

Pierre Subleyras (French: ; November 25, 1699 – May 28, 1749) was a French painter, active during the late-Baroque and early-Neoclassic period, mainly in Italy.

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