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Portrait of a Woman, Bust Length, in a Bonnet, with her Hands Clasped, (red chalk
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Portrait of a Woman, Bust Length, in a Bonnet, with her Hands Clasped, (red chalk
659201 Portrait of a Woman, Bust Length, in a Bonnet, with her Hands Clasped, (red chalk, reworked in black chalk and grey wash) by Greuze, Jean Baptiste (1725-1805); 44x33.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Woman, Bust Length, in a Bonnet, with her Hands Clasped. Jean-Baptiste Greuze (1725-1805). Red chalk, reworked in black chalk and grey wash. 44 x 33.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23673964
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082012upload Anxiety Anxious Appealing Behaviour Black Chalk Bust Length Chalk Desperation Gray Wash Grey Wash Hands Clasped Jean Baptiste Greuze Looking Up Old Master Drawings Pleading Quarter Length Red Chalk Rococo Rococo Art Rococo Era Temperament Wash Woman Alone Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Greuze Headwear Portrait Style Portraiture
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Woman, Bust Length, in a Bonnet, with her Hands Clasped" by Jean Baptiste Greuze, transports us to the elegant world of 18th-century France. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of red and black chalk that brings this woman's visage to life. The subject gazes upwards with an air of pleading desperation, her hands clasped tightly together as if beseeching for something beyond our view. Her bonnet frames her face delicately, adding a touch of refinement to her attire. The fine lines and shading in the drawing highlight the texture and folds of her clothing, showcasing Greuze's mastery in capturing fabric. With his signature rococo style, Greuze captures not only the physical appearance but also the emotional temperament of his subject. This woman exudes anxiety and vulnerability through her posture and expression – she becomes more than just a mere depiction; she becomes relatable. As we delve into this artwork further, we are reminded that art has the power to transcend time and connect us emotionally across centuries. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we can appreciate Greuze's skillful portrayal of human emotion while immersing ourselves in the beauty and gracefulness of French art during its golden age.
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