Who painted Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse?

Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse was painted by Olga Boznańska in 1900.

Where can I see Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse?

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

What movement is Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse?

Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse?

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

Artwork

Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse

Olga Boznańska , 1900

Portrait of a woman in a blue blouse is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Olga Boznańska. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Olga Boznańska in 1900, is a portrait of a woman. It is part of the National Museum's collection in Warsaw.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted with a serious expression and dark hair pulled back, wearing a blue blouse with a light-colored collar. The dark, blurry background emphasizes her face.

Technique & Style

The artist used loose brushstrokes to convey the softness of the blouse, and applied paint thickly in areas, particularly on the blouse, to achieve a textured effect through the impasto technique.

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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.