Portret van Jenny Lind 1846 - 1876

Carel Christiaan Antony Last created this portrait of Jenny Lind using lithography. The composition is structured by a series of delicate, curved lines that shape the contours of Lind's face and the intricate lace detailing of her dress. The limited tonal range, typical of lithography, enhances the textural contrast between the soft skin and the complex patterns of the fabric. The artist's formal choices evoke a sense of idealized beauty, characteristic of 19th-century portraiture. The symmetry in the composition, balanced with a slight turn of the head, guides the viewer's eye to Lind's serene expression, suggesting a moment of introspective contemplation. Ultimately, the careful orchestration of line and texture in this lithograph serves not only to capture the likeness of Jenny Lind, but also to frame her within a visual language of elegance and grace, reflecting the cultural values of the time.