Portrait of Thérèse Lessore, Venezia
Walter Sickert
key Notes:
Intimate realism, Venetian ambiance.
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Dimensions:
30 1/4 x 25 1/4 in. (76.8 x 64.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Intermediate
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story of the work:
"Portrait of Thérèse Lessore, Venezia" is a notable work by British painter Walter Sickert, created in 1910. The painting reflects Sickert's interest in capturing the psychological depth of his subjects, as well as his engagement with the themes of modernity and the influence of Venetian light on color and form.
Description of the work:
"Portrait of Thérèse Lessore, Venezia" by Walter Sickert features a seated female figure, Thérèse Lessore, rendered in a muted color palette that emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow. The composition is characterized by loose brushwork and an intimate setting, with Lessore's gaze directed towards the viewer, conveying a sense of immediacy and psychological depth.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum
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