# Portrait of Séverine

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## Artwork

- Artist: [HAWKINS, Louis Welden](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/hawkins-louis-welden-rce0f961895ced3>)
- Date: 1851-1900
- Technique: Oil on canvas, 77 x 55 cm

## Commentary

The portrait of the journalist Séverine and its frame are among the most remarkable works by Hawkins. In this portrait he gave a provocative image of the celebrated journalist and apostle of social solidarity, a blend of Pre-Raphaelitism and Ingres-like sophistication with odd hints of naturalism.

## Attribution

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