Study of a Female Head in Three-Quarter Profile by Aurél Balló. An oil-on-canvas study of a young woman's head and shoulders, depicted in a three-quarter profile looking upwards against a plain, textured background.

Study of a Female Head in Three-Quarter Profile

Aurél Balló

1890 · Oil Paint, Canvas

This 19th-century oil study captures a quiet, contemplative moment with expressive brushwork and a warm color palette.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened warm notes — asks little of the space around it.

Often works in
Office · Study · Library
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
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Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Warm beige, Charcoal black, Aged gold

About the piece

Created around 1890 by Aurél Balló, this character study showcases the artist's masterful handling of light and skin tones. The unfinished edges and visible canvas weave lend the piece an authentic, scholarly aesthetic, making it an ideal choice for a sophisticated gallery wall or a traditional study.