[La Comtesse at Table with Hand to Face] 1860s

"[La Comtesse at Table with Hand to Face]" is a watercolor on paper artwork by French artist Pierre-Louis Pierson. The painting, created in the 1860s, showcases a seated woman in a richly colored gown. Pierson's use of soft, flowing lines and muted tones evokes a sense of intimacy and grace. The painting is currently in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The subject, with her hand to her face, hints at introspection or contemplation, inviting the viewer to consider the inner world of the Countess. This artwork is a charming example of Pierson's talent for portraiture and his ability to capture the essence of a subject.