Scuola Veneta (XVIII) - Donna con specchio

The painting presented here, attributable to the Venetian tradition of the 18th century, depicts a young woman caught in a moment of intimate meditation before a mirror. The female figure gracefully emerges from the shadows, illuminated by a soft light that caresses her skin and highlights its delicacy, recalling the typical chromatic sensitivity of Titian's followers. The wide neckline of the dress, the fluidity of the sleeves, and the naturalness of her loose hair give the scene a sensual yet elegant tone.
The game of glances — both real and reflected — introduces a theme dear to Venetian painting: the relationship between beauty, vanity, and inner truth. The presence of the man in the background, barely hinted at, adds narrative dynamism, as if suggesting a silent, reserved dialogue within the female ritual of personal care.
The contrast between the darkened background and the brightness of the marvelous girl emphasizes the central figure and creates a sense of mystery.
The oval composition, along with warm tones and calibrated contrasts, enhances the perception of a suspended atmosphere, where realism and poetry intertwine harmoniously. The work reflects the renewed Tizianesque spirit: a refined balance between emotional intensity, chromatic richness, and psychological depth.

The painting was restored in the last century.

It comes from an Emilia residence.

As a tribute, the work is accompanied by a more recent and fascinating wooden frame.

Measurements: 65 cm x 55 cm.