Léonie Matthis (1883-1952) - "gypsy Woman Combing Her Hair"

Description of the Work This luminous and vibrant work captures a scene of everyday intimacy. It depicts a woman from behind, dressed in a richly embroidered yellow Manila shawl and a ruffled dress, styling her hair before a mirror. The brushwork is generous, almost Impressionistic, typical of Matthis’s mastery in rendering light and textures.

Technical Details

• Artist: Léonie Matthis (1883–1952), a painter renowned for her genre scenes and historical recreations (notably in Argentina).

• Title: "Gitane se coiffant" (Gypsy styling her hair) — indicated on the reverse.

• Period: Circa 1910 (Spanish Period).

• Medium: Oil on canvas.

• Condition: Excellent condition. The painting has undergone high-quality relining, ensuring the longevity of the pictorial layer and excellent canvas tension.

• Dimensions: 153x102.5.

The Artist Léonie Matthis is a major figure in early 20th-century painting. Originally from Troyes, France, she later moved to Argentina where she achieved immense success. Her works from the European period, particularly those dealing with Spanish themes, are highly sought after for their authenticity and warm palette.