Portrait of a Woman 1922

"Portrait of a Woman" (1922) by South African artist Maggie Laubser (1886-1973) is a striking example of her expressive portraiture style. The painting features a woman with a bob haircut and a strong gaze, wearing a dark brown garment with a prominent yellow necklace. Laubser's use of bold colors and simplified forms creates a sense of immediacy and emotion, characteristic of her Expressionist leanings. This work highlights Laubser's ability to capture the essence of her subjects through her unique artistic vision.