Portrait of a Chanteuse (1880)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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"Portrait of a Chanteuse" (1880) by George Hendrik Breitner is a captivating work that portrays the dignified elegance of a female singer from the late 19th century. The painting features a woman dressed in a stylish outfit, her expression introspective and tinged with a hint of melancholy. Her attire is a striking ensemble of a cream jacket over a boldly striped red and black blouse, accessorized with a choker and adorned with a flower in her dark, voluminous hair styled in an updo, which suggests her profession and status as an entertainer.The subdued and roughly textured background contrasts with the detailed rendering of her face and clothing, allowing her visage and expression to draw the viewer's attention. Breitner's brushwork imparts a sense of immediacy and intimacy, capturing not just the appearance but the very essence of the chanteuse. The soft play of light on her face highlights her features, reflecting both the outer and inner life of the subject.
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George Hendrik Breitner (12 September 1857 – 5 June 1923) was a Dutch painter and photographer. An important figure in Amsterdam Impressionism, he is noted especially for his paintings of street scenes and harbours in a realistic style. He painted en plein air, and became interested in photography as a means of documenting street life and atmospheric effects – rainy weather in particular – as reference materials for his paintings.