A Portrait of A Lady (thought to be Therese Freifrau Von Bethmann, nee Freiin Vrints V Treuenfeld) 1850

Franz Xaver Winterhalter's "A Portrait of A Lady (thought to be Therese Freifrau Von Bethmann, nee Freiin Vrints V Treuenfeld)" from 1850 depicts a woman in a white gown and a wreath of leaves in her hair. The portrait is executed in an oval format, a popular choice for portraiture in the 19th century. The composition and the subject's pose, with her hand resting on a bouquet, suggest a refined and aristocratic air, consistent with Winterhalter's known patronage from the European elite. The artist's mastery of light and shadow creates a delicate and romantic atmosphere. This portrait is a testament to Winterhalter's skill in capturing the elegance and grace of his subjects.