Old World Portraits
Head of a Woman
Vincent van Gogh
A moody and textured early portrait by Vincent van Gogh, capturing the raw character of the sitter with bold, expressive brushwork.
Head of a Woman
Vincent van Gogh
1885 · Oil Paint, Marouflage, Canvas
This evocative portrait by Vincent van Gogh captures a moment of quiet dignity through deep, moody tones and textured impasto.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with softened cool notes — gives the room a clear visual center.
- Often works in
- Study · Library · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1885 during his time in Nuenen, this portrait exemplifies Vincent van Gogh's early Dutch style. The work features a somber, earth-toned palette and vigorous brushwork that highlights the character and resilience of his subjects, a recurring theme in his studies of peasant life.
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