Portrait of a Woman

"Portrait of a Woman" is an intricate oil painting on a large canvas by Henri Rousseau, notable for his naïve art (primitivism) style. Completed in 1910 as the last of Rousseau's over 25 jungle-themed works, this portrait stands out for its radiant beauty, as commended by poet Guillaume Apollinaire. Despite the initial negative reception to his past works, Rousseau's final exhibit at the Salon des Indépendants garnered much attention and recognition for his brilliant portrayal of the woman in this mesmerizing jungle setting.