Portrait of Amalia Gavrilova 1896

"Portrait of Amalia Gavrilova" is a realist oil painting on canvas created in 1896 by Czech painter Ivan Mrkvička. The painting depicts Amalia Gavrilova, a prominent figure in Czech society, in a formal pose, wearing a richly patterned gown and a pearl necklace. The dark background emphasizes the subject's figure, showcasing Mrkvička's skilled use of light and shadow. The work exemplifies his ability to capture the essence of his subjects through meticulous detail and a subtle, yet captivating, sense of realism.