Artwork

Portrait of a Lady

Portrait of a Lady, by Tadeusz Rybkowski, oil, 1897
Portrait of a Lady, by Tadeusz Rybkowski, oil, 1897

Portrait of a Lady is an oil painting by Tadeusz Rybkowski. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created around 1897 by Tadeusz Rybkowski, is a portrait of a woman. It is housed at the National Museum in Kraków.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted wearing a dark dress and a hat adorned with flowers, set against a muted background. Her face is turned to the right, with softly rendered features, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of oil paint achieves a subdued tone, with the dark background and dress allowing the subject's face to be the focal point. The soft rendering of her features contributes to the overall contemplative atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Tadeusz Rybkowski

Artist

Tadeusz Rybkowski

Tadeusz Rybkowski (1848–1926) was an artist, born in Kielce.