La Glycine before 1872

"La Glycine" is a monochrome portrait of a young woman, likely from the 19th century, by an unknown artist. The woman, adorned with a leafy garland, rests her head in her hand, gazing pensively at the viewer. The artwork, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a captivating example of portraiture, capturing the subject's youthful beauty and quiet introspection. The artist uses subtle details and delicate shading to create a sense of realism and depth, drawing the viewer into the woman's world of quiet contemplation.