Portrait of Mademoiselle Ledieu 1820

Jean-Baptiste Isabey's 1820 drawing, "Portrait of Mademoiselle Ledieu," captures the delicate features of the young woman, veiled in soft, flowing fabric. Isabey, a celebrated miniaturist and portrait artist of the French Romantic era, employed subtle shading and a gentle touch in his pencilwork, emphasizing the sitter's graceful pose and ethereal beauty. The work, held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, stands as a testament to Isabey's ability to capture the essence of his subjects, offering viewers a glimpse into the elegance and refinement of 19th-century portraiture.