Woman with a Fan (aka Head of a Girl)

Woman with a Fan (aka Head of a Girl) by Berthe Morisot
Artist
Berthe Morisot
Date
1876
Style
Impressionism
Genre
Portrait
"Woman with a Fan (also known as Head of a Girl)" is an evocative portrait painted using oil on canvas. The artwork reflects the soft, luminous qualities associated with Impressionism, capturing the delicate features and subtle expression of the subject. The woman holds a fan, adding an element of mystery and elegance to the composition. While the brushwork suggests a focus on light and color rather than precise detail, the overall style emphasizes capturing a fleeting moment, characteristic of impressionist portraits.

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