Portrait of Elena Petrovna Demidova 1884

Alexei Harlamoff, a renowned Russian painter born in 1840, painted this portrait of Elena Petrovna Demidova in 1884. The painting showcases Demidova in a fashionable attire, adorned with a black hat, a white lace collar, and a red garment peeking from under her jacket. The details, including the feather in her hat, are meticulously rendered, highlighting Harlamoff's mastery of realism. This portrait is a classic example of 19th-century portraiture, capturing the elegance and sophistication of the era.