Portrait of Hermine David by Jules Pascin. An expressive portrait of a woman with her head bowed and eyes closed, resting her chin on her hands.

Portrait of Hermine David

Jules Pascin

1916 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A tender and intimate modernist portrait capturing a quiet moment of introspection.

$239

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Where it works

A measured, restful work in walnut and cognac tones — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Living Room · Bedroom · Study
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Rich brown, Warm beige, Soft gray

About the piece

This 1916 portrait by Jules Pascin depicts his partner and fellow artist, Hermine David. Known as the 'Prince of Montparnasse,' Pascin utilizes a fluid, atmospheric style that balances delicate line work with soft washes of color, imbuing the subject with a sense of gentle melancholy and timeless elegance.