Portrait of a Woman

"Portrait of a Woman" is a captivating masterpiece by Henri Rousseau, painted on a large canvas using oil in 1910. It embodies the artist's renowned jungle theme, seeing that it's one of over 25 paintings with this characteristic subject. This captivating portrait exemplifies Rousseau's distinct style of Naïve art (primitivism), showcasing his self-taught talent. It debuted at the Salon des Indépendants, and contrary to Rousseau's previous works, it received positive reviews, with Guillaume Apollinaire noting its indisputable beauty. This was his last completed work before he passed away in 1910.