The Parisienne 1883

albertedelfelt

gouache

figurative

character portrait

cosplay

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

underpainting

facial painting

painting painterly

abstract character

watercolor

"The Parisienne" (1883) by Albert Edelfelt (1854-1905) depicts a young woman reclining against a richly patterned cushion, her gaze directed towards the viewer with a hint of wistfulness. The delicate details of the woman's lace collar, the gold bracelet on her wrist, and the textured folds of her dress contribute to the overall sense of elegance and refinement. The backdrop features a partially obscured Asian-inspired screen, suggesting a fusion of cultures and a fascination with the exotic. The painting's evocative mood and masterful use of light and shadow capture the essence of the Parisian Belle Époque.