Who painted Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman was painted by Olga Boznańska in 1896.

Where can I see Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is Portrait of a woman?

Portrait of a woman is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a woman?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a woman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a woman

Olga Boznańska , 1896

Portrait of a woman is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Olga Boznańska. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Woman is an oil painting created by Olga Boznańska in 1896, featuring a seated female subject in a contemplative pose.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a woman dressed in dark attire, her hands folded and holding a small bouquet of pale pink flowers. Her serious expression and understated jewelry suggest a subdued, introspective mood.

Technique & Style

The work exhibits expressive brushwork, notably in the greenish-yellow background, which appears as a textured, faded wall. The subject's dark dress features prominent impasto, adding tactile depth to the composition.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at the National Museum in Warsaw, Poland.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Olga Boznańska

Olga Boznańska (15 April 1865 – 26 October 1940) was a Polish painter who was stylistically associated with the French impressionism, though she rejected this label.