Portrait of a Woman with Long Dark Hair
Work on paper, drawing/painting • Unidentified contemporary artist; likely an amateur or student study
Style & Movement
Contemporary Figurative Art with Expressionist influences
Medium & Technique
Watercolor and ink on paper; wet-on-dry brushwork with linear charcoal or dark ink contouring
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 12 x 9 inches (30 x 23 cm); Portrait orientation
Subject Description
A three-quarter portrait of a young woman with long dark hair, wearing a blue garment with a scalloped yellow collar against a mottled pink/purple background. The composition focuses on a pensive facial expression with high-contrast shadows.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible undulation of the paper support due to water saturation
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$30 - $100 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely from a private collection or studio sale
Art Historical Significance
Minor; represents contemporary figurative practice and student-level exploration of watercolor portraiture techniques.
Notable Features
The usage of heavy black outlines to define the jaw and hair suggests a graphic approach; the stark contrast between the blue clothing and pink background is a deliberate colorist choice.
Condition Issues
Buckling of the paper support (cockling) consistent with watercolor application; minor edge wear and uneven pigment distribution in the background washes.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional hinging and mounting with acid-free materials; UV-protective glazing to prevent pigment fading; climate-controlled environment to mitigate further warping.