Peasant Woman 1896

"Peasant Woman" is a portrait painting by Romanian artist Stefan Luchian from 1896. The artwork depicts a young woman wearing a white headscarf against a dark brown background. Luchian’s loose brushstrokes and the soft lighting create a sense of realism and intimacy. The painting's focus on the subject's gaze and simple clothing emphasizes the natural beauty of the woman. This piece exemplifies Luchian's artistic style, which often featured rural subjects in a realistic and impressionistic manner.