Portrait of a lady 

"Portrait of a Lady" is a graphite drawing by German artist Eugen Eduard Schäffer (1802-1871) currently housed in the Städel Museum. The artwork depicts a young woman in profile, with her hair pulled back in a bun. She wears a simple dress with a ruffled collar, creating a sense of both elegance and informality. The delicate strokes of the pencil emphasize the sitter’s features, capturing a sense of realism and grace. The drawing’s minimalist composition and focused subject matter are characteristic of Schäffer’s style, which emphasizes naturalism and attention to detail.