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A Portrait of a Lady, 1877 (oil on canvas)
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A Portrait of a Lady, 1877 (oil on canvas)
658295 A Portrait of a Lady, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Girardot, Ernest Gustave (fl.1847-1904); 240x140 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Portrait of a Lady. Ernest Gustave Girardot (fl. 1860-1904). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1877. 240 x 140cm.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23294868
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042012upload 1870s 1877 Accessories Anticipation Arm Raised Arms Raised Aversion Awaiting Behaviour Black Color Black Colour Carpet Continental Pictures English Art English Artist Expectancy Expectation Female Garment Finery Furnishing Hair Ornament Harp Jewelery Jewellry Jewlery Looking Away Music Making Patterned Personal Accessory Piano Pianoforte Raised Arm Soft Furnishing Solemn String Instrument Stringed Instrument Temperament Wait Waiting Woman Alone 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Accessory Artist British British Artist Ethnic Origin Girardot Interior Decoration Jewel Jewels Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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A Portrait of a Lady, 1877
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is a captivating oil painting by Ernest Gustave Girardot that beautifully captures the essence of a refined woman in the late nineteenth century. The portrait showcases an elegant lady standing tall and proud, her arms raised as if in anticipation or musical expression. Dressed in a stunning black garment adorned with intricate jewelry, she exudes sophistication and grace. Her gaze looks away, adding an air of mystery to her persona. A delicate necklace graces her neck while she holds onto a stringed instrument, possibly a harp or piano. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the fine patterns on her clothing to the soft furnishings surrounding her. The rich colors used create depth and add vibrancy to this exquisite piece of art. This portrait not only reflects the fashion and style of its time but also reveals the temperament and behavior expected from women during that era. It symbolizes both elegance and expectation as we witness this lady patiently waiting for something or someone. Displayed against a neutral background, this masterpiece stands out as an exceptional example of British nineteenth-century portraiture. Its timeless beauty continues to captivate viewers even today, making it an invaluable addition to any private collection fortunate enough to possess such remarkable artwork.
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