Portrait of Mrs Emily Montgomery-Lang 1911

Jacques-Émile Blanche’s 1911 portrait, *Portrait of Mrs Emily Montgomery-Lang*, showcases the artist’s signature style, capturing the sitter’s elegance and sophistication in a painterly fashion. Mrs. Montgomery-Lang is depicted seated in a richly decorated interior, adorned in a sumptuous dark gown that evokes the opulent style of the Belle Époque. Blanche's use of loose brushstrokes and subtle color variations creates a sense of depth and movement, highlighting the textures of fabrics and the soft curves of the sitter's form. The work is a testament to Blanche's ability to capture the essence of his subjects, revealing not only their outward appearance, but also their inner grace and refinement.