Artwork
Young Woman in Profile
Young Woman in Profile is a chalk drawing by the Baroque artist Peter Paul, Sir Rubens. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
It's part of the Baroque movement, which was popular in Europe during that time.
This painting is called Young Woman in Profile.
It was made by Peter Paul Rubens around 1613.
The artist used black chalk and white on laid paper to create it.
You can find it at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
The painting is a portrait, which is a type of art that focuses on a person.
It's part of the Baroque movement, which was popular in Europe during that time.
To learn more about this style, look up the movement: Baroque.
Overview
Young Woman in Profile is a drawing created by Peter Paul Rubens around 1613. Executed in black chalk with white highlights on laid paper, it is a representative work from the artist's early career.
Technique & Style
The drawing showcases Rubens' skillful use of black chalk and white heightening. Characteristic of the Baroque period, the work's expressive qualities and attention to detail reflect the stylistic tendencies of the time.
History & Provenance
The drawing is now housed at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, where it remains accessible for study and appreciation.
Artist & collection
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