Madame Ernest Feydeau 1870

"Madame Ernest Feydeau" is a portrait painted by Carolus-Duran in 1870. The painting depicts a woman, likely Madame Ernest Feydeau, in a fashionable black dress and a black hat adorned with orange flowers. The portrait captures the subject's elegance and sophistication, highlighting the style and social norms of the time period. Duran's signature loose brushstrokes and expressive use of color contribute to the portrait's realism. The artist's ability to capture the sitter's individual character and expression through his mastery of light and shadow is evident. This painting is a prime example of Carolus-Duran's renowned portraiture style, popular among the Parisian elite of the 19th century.