Portrait of a Young Lady 1889

"Portrait of a Young Lady" is a realist painting by Italian artist Vittorio Matteo Corcos, created in 1889. The painting showcases a young woman, likely of aristocratic lineage, adorned with a white fur stole and a pink bow in her hair. Corcos's signature style of depicting subjects with a soft, romantic, and somewhat melancholic expression is evident in this piece. The painting utilizes a soft palette and detailed brushstrokes to capture the delicate features of the subject and highlight the textures of the fur and satin, showcasing the artist's mastery of realism.