The artwork titled “Head of a Woman” was created by the artist Taras Shevchenko in the year 1834. This piece belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is categorized under the genre of portraiture.
The artwork presents a delicately rendered portrait of a woman with detailed, curly hair cascading down her shoulders. Her expression is tranquil and introspective, contributing to the romantic quality of the piece. The background is simple, allowing the viewer’s focus to remain on the woman’s face and expression. The play of light and shadow is subtly executed, with the soft glow on the woman’s face emphasizing her gentle features and adding depth to the portrait.