The artwork titled “Moloduha (Maria Zhegulina)” is created by the artist Zinaida Serebriakova in the year 1909. This piece is part of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the genre of portraiture. The artwork vividly captures a young woman, seated with her hands gently clasped in her lap.
The portrait features a woman adorned with a strikingly simple yet traditional ensemble. She wears a bright white headscarf and a beaded necklace that contrasts with her pinkish skin tone. Her attire includes a red dress that appears to be made of a soft, flowing fabric with a layering of white underneath, suggestive of traditional Russian garments. The background of the artwork is subtle and muted, ensuring that the focus remains solely on the subject. The woman gazes slightly to the side, her expression calm and slightly contemplative. The use of warm colors and delicate brushstrokes harmonizes with the Art Nouveau style, showcasing Serebriakova’s ability to convey both realism and an almost ethereal quality through her painting.
