The artwork titled “Woman with Hat, Half-Length” was created by Vincent van Gogh in 1886 in Antwerp, Belgium. Executed using pencil and ink on paper, this piece belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and is categorized within the genre of sketch and study.
The artwork features a portrait of a woman wearing a prominently large hat adorned with ornamental details. The monochromatic sketch captures her in half-length, emphasizing the solemn expression on her face. Van Gogh employs expressive and fluid lines, which imbue the piece with a sense of immediacy and spontaneity. The cross-hatching technique is evident in the shading, creating depth and texture throughout the artwork. The woman’s attire is depicted with strong, confident strokes, further enhancing the overall composition. The background remains minimalistic, allowing the focus to remain solely on the subject, thus rendering a study that is both intimate and evocative of Van Gogh’s masterful observational skills.
