Mrs. Louis Raphael 1906

"Mrs. Louis Raphael" is a 1906 portrait painting by American artist John Singer Sargent. The painting depicts Mrs. Louis Raphael, a wealthy socialite, dressed in a blue gown with a flowing shawl. She stands against a white marble fireplace with intricate carvings. The image of her reflection in the mirror behind her adds a sense of depth and ambiguity to the work. Sargent's signature loose brushstrokes and vibrant colors are characteristic of his style, as seen in the delicate rendering of the sitter's lace gown and the shimmering pearl necklace.