Portrait of Baroness Lefèvre 

Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, a prominent French symbolist painter, is known for his delicate and nuanced portraits. This particular work, "Portrait of Baroness Lefèvre," showcases his signature style, characterized by soft, muted tones and a focus on the sitter's inner world. The subtle details, like the Baroness's thoughtful gaze and the subtle brushstrokes, imbue the portrait with an air of quiet contemplation. This painting reflects the artist's interest in capturing the essence of the sitter's character, beyond mere physical likeness, which is typical for the Symbolist movement in art.