Mademoiselle Mary de Borderieux(?)

Französische Grafik 1855–1870, 1857

The artwork is a portrait of a woman shown from the shoulders up, facing forward. Her hair is dark and neatly parted in the center, covered with a delicate, sheer veil that drapes over her shoulders. She has a serene expression with subtle, refined facial features. She wears a garment with a high collar and decorative detailing around the neck. The background is softly shaded, with a light blue tint. The portrait is rendered with fine lines and shading.
Kunstenaar
Französische Grafik 1855–1870
Datering
1857
Soort
Tekening
Techniek
Graphite and watercolor with white highlights
Afmetingen
35,2 × 27,1 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The artwork is a portrait of a woman shown from the shoulders up, facing forward. Her hair is dark and neatly parted in the center, covered with a delicate, sheer veil that drapes over her shoulders. She has a serene expression with subtle, refined facial features. She wears a garment with a high collar and decorative detailing around the neck. The background is softly shaded, with a light blue tint. The portrait is rendered with fine lines and shading.

Französische Grafik 1855–1870