Tiburtine Sibyl 1830

orestkiprensky

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

animal portrait

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

Orest Kiprensky's 1830 painting, "Tiburtine Sibyl," depicts a young woman with long flowing hair, dressed in flowing white drapery, holding a scroll in her lap. Her gaze is directed towards the viewer, yet her expression is melancholic and contemplative. This captivating portrait, with its romantic and dramatic lighting, captures the Sibyl's mystique, a figure known in ancient Roman mythology as a prophetess. The artist's mastery of detail is evident in the subtle nuances of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and mood that enhances the overall impact of the work.