Portrait of a Lady 1897

"Portrait of a Lady" is an 1897 oil painting by Gustav Klimt, depicting a woman in profile against a rich red background. The subject's face is partially obscured by shadow, emphasizing the mystery and elegance of the composition. Klimt's signature style of decorative lines and subtle color transitions are evident in the woman's dress and the nuanced background. This artwork is a quintessential example of Klimt's early style, transitioning from his initial Realism into the Art Nouveau movement, foreshadowing his later iconic works like "The Kiss".