Portrait of an Unknown Woman 1906

"Portrait of an Unknown Woman" is a 1906 watercolor painting by Boris Kustodiev. The painting depicts a woman's head and shoulders, her face turned to the side. The woman's features are rendered in a delicate, almost impressionistic style. The painting, a fine example of Kustodiev's portraiture, is characterized by its use of color and light to create a sense of depth and realism. Kustodiev is well known for his paintings of Russian life, often depicting ordinary people in their everyday activities. This portrait captures the beauty and grace of a woman in the early 20th century.