The artwork “Study of seated woman” by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres is a neoclassical portrait measuring 30 by 25 centimeters. Ingres, recognized for his skillful draftsmanship and adherence to neoclassical ideals, offers a delicate depiction of his subject here.
The artwork portrays a woman seated in a contemplative or relaxed posture, turned away from the viewer. The artist’s mastery in rendering the folds of the woman’s garment is particularly evident, with the play of light and shadow giving the fabric a rich, tactile quality. This attention to the textures and drapery is characteristic of Ingres’s approach, which often emphasized the elegance and serenity of his subjects. Despite its unfinished appearance, the artwork captures a sense of the woman’s form and the softness of her pose, evoking a quiet and intimate atmosphere through the nuanced use of line and shading.
