The Ash Blond (1918) by Childe Hassam

The Ash Blond - Childe Hassam - 1918

Artwork Information

TitleThe Ash Blond
ArtistChilde Hassam
Date1918
Art MovementImpressionism

About The Ash Blond

“The Ash Blond,” painted by Childe Hassam in 1918, is an exemplary work of the Impressionism art movement, categorized as a portrait. The artwork delicately captures the serene profile of a woman with ash-blond hair, emphasizing the tranquil and contemplative essence characteristic of the Impressionist style.

In the artwork, the subject is depicted in a side profile, her visage illuminated with a soft, diffuse light that accentuates her delicate features and golden hair. Her hands, held gently near her face, exude a sense of grace and introspection. The background is rendered with rich, textured brushstrokes that provide a muted contrast to the lighter hues of her hair and attire. The interplay of light and shadow, along with the expressive brushwork, conveys a vivid yet soft atmosphere, embodying the impressionist ethos of capturing fleeting moments and subtle emotions.

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