Almina, Daughter of Asher Wertheimer 1908

"Almina, Daughter of Asher Wertheimer" is a 1908 oil on canvas portrait by American artist John Singer Sargent, currently housed in the Tate Modern in London. The portrait captures Almina, the daughter of a wealthy Jewish banker, dressed in an elaborate, jewel-toned outfit, her head adorned with a turban. Sargent’s use of loose brushstrokes and soft lighting creates a sense of movement and elegance, characteristic of his later works. The painting embodies the opulent style of the Gilded Age, showcasing the lavishness and cultural influence of the era.