In the artwork “A Young Girl Combing Her Hair” by John Everett Millais, the medium used is oil on panel. This Romanticism piece, portraying a portraiture genre, measures 10.9 x 16.5 cm and is currently part of a private collection.
The artwork depicts a young girl engaged in the intimate daily ritual of combing her hair. She is adorned in a blue dress with delicate patterns, which exudes a sense of both simplicity and refinement. Her gaze, directed away from the viewer, along with the gentle inclination of her head, imbues the scene with a feeling of quiet introspection. The background is muted, allowing the viewer’s attention to remain focused on the subject. The fine brushwork highlights the texture of the girl’s hair and the fabric of her dress, enhancing the soulful and melancholic atmosphere characteristic of the Romantic art movement.
