Portrait of a Girl 1909 - 1914

"Portrait of a Girl" is a striking oil painting by American artist Henry Lyman Saÿen. Painted between 1909 and 1914, the work depicts a woman in a burgundy coat, her face partially obscured by a black hat adorned with pink flowers. The bold use of color, particularly the vibrant red background, is characteristic of Saÿen's style, which often combined elements of Impressionism and Expressionism. The subject's enigmatic gaze and the simplified forms contribute to the painting's captivating mood. This portrait exemplifies Saÿen's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects with expressive brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette.