Portrait of Philomene 1907

"Portrait of Philomene" is a 1907 oil painting by Sonia Delaunay, a prominent figure in the early 20th-century avant-garde movement. This portrait features a young woman with a melancholic expression, captured in a bold and expressive style that is characteristic of Delaunay's early work. The painting showcases Delaunay's use of vivid colors and simplified forms, elements that would later evolve into her signature Orphism style. The subject's face is rendered with bold strokes and contrasting colors, highlighting Delaunay's interest in exploring the expressive power of color and form. This portrait is a testament to Delaunay's artistic talent and her early explorations of modernism.