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Portrait Study of a Young Woman, Oil on paper, 19th Century

$891.56
£663.58
€750
CA$1,236.50
A$1,331.20
CHF 712.89
MX$16,040.52
NOK 8,994.63
SEK 8,231.54
DKK 5,716.39

About the Item

This is a sensitive small-scale study portrait of a young girl, executed in warm monochrome brown tones. Painted during the second half of the 19th century, oil on paper and mounted on board, the work demonstrates a restrained and thoughtful approach rather than a finished, formal portrait. The artist has succeeded in capturing a personal and unforced likeness of a girl or young woman, likely in her late teens. Her hair falls freely, and she is depicted in a quiet, unguarded moment, with an introspective, slightly distant expression that suggests she is lost in thought. The economy of means and limited palette place emphasis on mood and character rather than surface detail. Although the work is unsigned, the confident handling and subtle psychological presence point to a skilled artist. On stylistic grounds, the painter is likely of Northern European origin, possibly Swedish or Danish. The portrait’s intimacy and simplicity give it a timeless quality, characteristic of late nineteenth or early twentieth century Scandinavian portrait painting.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
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  • Condition:
    A light surface cleaning is recommended and is included in the price. A small tear to the paper on the left side is visible but probably not after reframing it. We can assist with a new frame.
  • Gallery Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2608217459492

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