Portret van een onbekende jonge vrouw 1857 - 1914

"Portret van een onbekende jonge vrouw" (Portrait of an Unknown Young Woman) is an etching by Russian artist Nikolay Semyonovich Mosolov, created between 1857 and 1914. The artwork depicts a woman in a wide-brimmed hat and a long, flowing dress, holding a fan. The subject's identity is unknown, adding a layer of mystery to the piece. Mosolov's etching style is characterized by delicate lines and soft shading, creating a sense of depth and realism. The woman's enigmatic gaze and the subtle details of her attire suggest a sense of elegance and poise, typical of the 19th-century portraiture.