Young Girl in Red Blouse (1919; France) by Chaim Soutine

Young Girl in Red Blouse - Chaim Soutine - 1919; France

Artwork Information

TitleYoung Girl in Red Blouse
ArtistChaim Soutine
Date1919; France
Art MovementExpressionism
Current LocationBarnes Foundation, Philadelphia, PA, US

About Young Girl in Red Blouse

The artwork titled “Young Girl in Red Blouse” by artist Chaim Soutine, created in 1919 in France, is a vivid piece representative of the Expressionism art movement. As a portrait genre artwork, it currently resides in the Barnes Foundation located in Philadelphia, PA, US.

In the artwork, a young girl is depicted sitting, dressed in a red blouse. The expression on her face and her posture convey a sense of introspection or contemplation. Her hands are clasped together on her lap, accentuating a sense of calmness or stillness. The brushstrokes are vigorous and emotive, aligning with the characteristics of the Expressionism movement. The background, painted with muted blues and subtle shading, contrasts with the intense color of her blouse, thus drawing the viewer’s focus towards the subject. The overall composition and the poignant expression of the girl signify the distinctive style of Chaim Soutine during this period.

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