Portrait of a Woman in a Lace Bonnet, in three-quarter profile to the left c. mid 19th century

Ferdinand Georg Waldmüller, a prominent Austrian artist of the 19th century, created this graphite drawing, "Portrait of a Woman in a Lace Bonnet," sometime in the mid 1800s. The artwork depicts a woman, in three-quarter profile, wearing a lace bonnet and a simple white blouse. Waldmüller’s masterful use of graphite shading captures the texture of the lace and fabric, as well as the delicate features of the woman’s face. This realist portrayal showcases Waldmüller’s keen observation of his subject. The portrait’s subdued tone and thoughtful gaze create a sense of intimacy and realism.