Portrait of a WomanHenri Gascars · 1678

  • Creation date1678
  • Dimensions89.0 x 71.0 cm
  • MuseumThe National Trust For Scotland

Henri Gascars (1635 – 1701)

Discover Henri Gascars, a 17th-century French portraitist renowned for his elegant depictions of nobility & royal figures like Charles II's mistresses. Explore his refined style.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Portrait of a Woman
  • Artist: Henri Gascars
  • Year: 1678
  • Original dimensions: 89.0 x 71.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: The National Trust For Scotland
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Perceived brightness: deep_shadow

Questions & Answers

How is "Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars proportioned, and how big is it?

"Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars is proportioned as a portrait work of 89 x 71 cm.

What luminance does "Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars have?

"Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars has a dark luminance. Luminance describes how much light the colors appear to reflect.

Is "Portrait of a Woman" more bright or more dark overall?

"Portrait of a Woman" is deep_shadow overall, and its luminance is dark.

Who created "Portrait of a Woman"?

"Portrait of a Woman" is attributed to Henri Gascars.

What is the creation date of "Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars?

"Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars was created in 1678.

How intense are the colors in "Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars?

"Portrait of a Woman" by Henri Gascars shows a balanced color intensity.

What was Henri Gascars's age when "Portrait of a Woman" was created?

Henri Gascars was 43 years old when creating "Portrait of a Woman" in 1678. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1635.

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