Portrait of a Lady 1860

Franz Xaver Winterhalter's "Portrait of a Lady" (1860) is a striking example of the artist's signature style. The painting showcases a woman, likely of high society, in a refined pose, clad in a dark, elegant dress. The soft lighting illuminates her face and the intricate details of her jewelry, creating a sense of both grandeur and intimacy. Winterhalter's meticulous brushwork captures the textures of her clothing and the richness of the colors in the scene, highlighting the refined aesthetic of 19th-century portraiture.