Portret van Blanche Pierson before 1874

"Portret van Blanche Pierson" is a small-format portrait, likely from a magazine, depicting Blanche Pierson, an actress who was popular in the 19th century. The image, created before 1874, is framed in a decorative border, echoing the elaborate design of the publication, "Paris-Theatre". The ornate frame, with cherubs and floral motifs, suggests an aesthetic of grandeur and elegance, typical of the period. The portrait itself reveals a woman posed formally in a gown with elaborate embroidery and a diaphanous shawl. The monochrome image captures a snapshot of the theatrical world and the fashionable society of the late 19th century.