Portrait of a young woman in red
The background of this portrait was originally gilded, emphasizing the divine status of the deceased young woman. She looks at the viewer with large serious eyes, accentuated by long lashes. A mass of loose curls covers her head, and some strands fall along the back of her neck on the left side. Framed by the black hair, deeply shadowed neck, and dark red tunic, her brightly lit face stands out in appealing youthfulness, an impression that is heightened by the gold wreath and sparkling jewelry.
For more on the technique used to create this portrait, see 09.181.1.
Link to the Artist Project
Y.Z. Kami on Egyptian mummy portraits
For more on the technique used to create this portrait, see 09.181.1.
Link to the Artist Project
Y.Z. Kami on Egyptian mummy portraits
Artwork Details
- Title: Portrait of a young woman in red
- Period: Roman Period
- Date: A.D. 90–120
- Geography: From Egypt
- Medium: Encaustic on limewood with gold leaf
- Dimensions: H. 38.1 x W. 18.4 cm (15 x 7 1/4 in.)
- Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1909
- Object Number: 09.181.6
- Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art
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