Oil painting. A portrait of a woman with an enigmatic expression, her hands folded calmly in her lap. The soft transitions between the muted greens, blues, and skin tones create a lifelike yet mysterious quality. 15th century. Thick, expressive, and textured brushstrokes often using impasto in focal points. The composition is centralized, with a focus on dramatic lighting using chiaroscuro. Arrangements lead the eye toward the most illuminated figures or objects. The palette is muted earth tones, heavy on browns, ochres, and deep reds, contrasted with strong light and shadow.
