Emilie-Louise Delabigne (1848–1910), Called Valtesse de la Bigne 1879

This pastel portrait of Emilie-Louise Delabigne, known as Valtesse de la Bigne, was created by French artist Edouard Manet in 1879. De la Bigne, a famous Parisian courtesan, is depicted in profile, her delicate features and pale skin highlighted by the soft, muted hues of Manet's pastel technique. This work is part of a series of portraits Manet created of prominent figures of his time, capturing their individuality and the essence of Parisian society. The work is currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.