Old World Portraits
Tête de Romaine
Jacques Raymond Brascassat
An elegant 19th-century profile study of a woman, characterized by luminous skin tones and a sense of quiet contemplation.
Head of a Young Roman Woman (Tête de jeune romaine)
Jacques Raymond Brascassat
1828 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 19th-century oil study capturing the delicate textures of a young woman's braided hair and adornments.
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Where it works
A measured, restful work with warm, lived-in color — adds structure to a more polished room.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Bedroom
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Warm beige
About the piece
Painted in 1828 by Jacques Raymond Brascassat, this luminous oil study focuses on the back of a young Roman woman's head. The work masterfully captures the complex architecture of her braided hairstyle, the sheen of a red silk ribbon, and the soft glow of light on her neck, all set against a rich, atmospheric background.
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