La Bretonne 1930

"La Bretonne" is a 1930 pastel portrait by Spanish artist María Blanchard. The work portrays a woman in traditional Breton clothing, with a white cap and a dark shawl, against a muted background. Blanchard's use of pastel creates a soft, almost ethereal quality to the figure, highlighting the sitter's pensive expression and the folds of her clothing. The work is a poignant depiction of the subject, emphasizing the quiet dignity and beauty of a working class woman. This painting showcases the artist's unique blend of realism and impressionism, capturing a fleeting moment in time with both detail and sensitivity.