“An Auburn Beauty,” created in 1895 by John William Godward, is a portrait painting in oil on canvas that measures 34.4 by 30 cm. This artwork, part of the Neoclassicism art movement, is currently housed in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a young woman with striking auburn hair, which cascades in voluminous waves around her shoulders. Her hair is adorned with a delicate golden headband, enhancing the richness of her fiery locks. The subject is presented in profile against a dark, unobtrusive background, which serves to accentuate the luminosity and texture of her skin and hair. Her expression, captured with serene poise, embodies the classical beauty and grace characteristic of Godward’s Neoclassical style.
