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In her assessment, Dr. Blažíčková outlines the idea that the portrait may be a study for a larger figural composition. It is unquestionably the work of Hynais, still reflecting the realistic descriptiveness of late 19th century painting but already foreshadowing a Secessionist understanding of color and light. Expert assessment: PhDr. Naděžda Blažíčková-Horová. Oil on canvas, glued to paperboard. Signed "V Hynais" on right above the shoulder of the portrait subject.