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Charles Boom
A refined late 19th-century oil portrait of a woman in elegant black attire.
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Portrait of Johanna Constantia Vreede
Johan Heinrich Neuman
1862 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This elegant mid-19th-century Dutch portrait captures a woman of quiet dignity, rendered with masterful attention to the textures of silk and lace.
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — adds structure to a more polished room.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black
About the piece
Painted in 1862 by Johan Heinrich Neuman, this formal oil portrait depicts Johanna Constantia Vreede. The work is a fine example of 19th-century realism, showcasing the artist's ability to capture the subtle luminosity of skin tones and the intricate details of Victorian fashion, from the delicate lace collar to the heavy luster of the black silk gown. The steady, calm gaze of the sitter provides a grounding presence suitable for traditional and scholarly interiors.
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