Sarah Bernhardt as Melisande
Französische Grafik 1899–1902, 1901
- Artist
- Französische Grafik 1899–1902
- Date
- 1901
- Type
- Medium
- color lithograph
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image shows a portrait of a woman from the shoulders up. She has delicate facial features, light eyes, a straight nose, and slightly parted lips. Her hair is auburn and voluminous, framing her face. She wears a garment with a patterned neckline against a textured brown background. Large pink flowers with intricate petals and green leaves surround her. The background is warm and golden-brown with floral and leafy motifs.