Standing Woman With A Fan c. 1880 - 1890

"Standing Woman With A Fan" is a work by the French artist Jean-Louis Forain, created between c. 1880 and 1890. It depicts a woman standing in an interior setting, likely a Parisian apartment, with a view of the night sky and cityscape beyond a balcony. The woman is elegantly dressed in a dark gown and is holding a fan. The composition is characterized by soft, loose brushstrokes and a subdued palette, which contributes to a sense of intimacy and melancholy. Forain was known for his depictions of Parisian life, particularly its darker and more cynical aspects, and this work reflects his interest in the social realities of the time.