Gabriele c. 1880

"Gabriele" is a portrait painting by Hans Canon, a German painter active in the late 19th century. The painting, created around 1880, features a young woman wearing a dark hat and a simple, dark dress. Her gaze is direct, and the delicate details of her features are emphasized through meticulous brushwork. The use of subtle light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, typical of Canon's style. The cross pendant worn by the subject, likely a symbol of faith, suggests a personal narrative within the portrait.