Berthe 1883

"Berthe" is a black and white etching by James Tissot from 1883, which is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The etching, which depicts a young woman in a large hat and intricate clothing, is a detailed portrait done in a realist style. The artist, James Tissot, is known for his detailed depictions of women from high society and his work is often characterized by its use of fine lines and subtle shading. Tissot’s work was influential in the development of modern portraiture and is still admired today for its beauty and technical skill.