Study for the painting Phryne at the Festival of Poseidon in Eleusis

henryksiemiradzki

figurative

oil painting

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

animal portrait

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

This is a study for the painting "Phryne at the Festival of Poseidon in Eleusis," by Polish painter Henryk Siemiradzki. Created in 1889, the artwork is a profile portrait of a woman with long, flowing hair, wearing a white garment against a red background. The study focuses on a realistic portrayal of the woman's features and the interplay of light and shadow. Siemiradzki was known for his historical paintings depicting ancient Greek and Roman life, and this study exemplifies his meticulous detail and mastery of form.