Portraif of Maria Koźniewska-Kalinowska 1903

"Portrait of Maria Koźniewska-Kalinowska" is a 1903 painting by Polish artist Olga Boznanska. The painting depicts a woman in a teal blouse with her hands clasped in her lap, her eyes fixed on the viewer. The background is blurred, focusing the viewer's attention on the subject. Boznanska was known for her realistic portraiture, but with a modern sensibility. This painting exemplifies this style through its soft, muted colors and hazy background. The subject's expression and pose suggest an air of quiet contemplation, highlighting a sense of the sitter's individuality.