Elizabeth Virginia Lanning Bradner Smith 1908

This 1908 portrait by American realist painter Robert Henri depicts Elizabeth Virginia Lanning Bradner Smith. The work captures her likeness with a focus on her features, especially her eyes. The dark background contrasts with her pale skin and creates a strong sense of depth. This portrait exemplifies Henri's signature style, emphasizing naturalism and capturing the character of his sitters with honesty and realism.