A Recumbent Girl

antoniopaoletti

Private Collection

possibly oil pastel

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

digital portrait

"A Recumbent Girl" is an oil painting by Italian artist Antonio Paoletti, a prominent figure in the 19th-century Venetian art scene. The painting, characterized by its realistic depiction and soft lighting, portrays a young woman in a contemplative pose, resting on a bed. Paoletti's mastery of detail is evident in the delicate rendering of the girl's features, her flowing hair, and the textured fabric of the bedclothes. The work is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing the beauty and vulnerability of youth, appealing to viewers with its intimate and evocative portrayal of a moment of peaceful repose.