Artwork

Portrait of a young woman in red

Portrait of a young woman in red, by Unknown, unspecified, 1850
Portrait of a young woman in red, by Unknown, unspecified, 1850

Portrait of a young woman in red is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This painting is a realistic portrait of a young woman.

About this work

Overview

This painting is a realistic portrait of a young woman. It depicts her with dark, curly hair and brown eyes, wearing a red garment and a gold headband.

Subject & Meaning

The subject's neutral expression and forward gaze engage the viewer directly. Her attire and demeanor suggest a straightforward representation without obvious symbolism.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, using contrasts of light and dark to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The realistic style is characterized by detailed rendering of the subject's features and clothing.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known