The artwork titled “Portrait of Aflaia Coronio,” created by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in 1870, belongs to the Romanticism movement. Executed in chalk on paper, this portrait measures 39 x 49 cm and resides in a private collection. The genre of this piece is categorically a portrait.
The artwork depicts the serene and contemplative visage of Aflaia Coronio. Rendered with delicate precision, the portrait highlights the subject’s finely structured features and flowing hair, which is meticulously detailed to exhibit Rossetti’s characteristic grace and sensitivity. The subdued color palette, primarily in soft earthy tones, enhances the ethereal quality of the subject’s expression. The backdrop is minimal, allowing the viewer to focus entirely on the nuanced facial expressions and the intricate texture of the hair and attire. The signature and date at the bottom right corner attests to the authenticity and historical significance of this Romantic period piece.
