Madame Paul-Louis Girardot De Vermenoux, Nee Anne-Germine Larrivee 2009

Kehinde Wiley's "Madame Paul-Louis Girardot De Vermenoux, Nee Anne-Germine Larrivee" (2009) is a portrait of a young Black man, depicted in a realistic style against a vibrant teal background with a delicate floral pattern. The work references traditional European portraiture, specifically the genre of aristocratic portraiture, while simultaneously challenging its conventions. The use of a contemporary Black subject and contemporary clothing further challenges traditional interpretations of portraiture, making a statement about race and representation in art.