Portrait Busts of Two Women 1850 - 1890

"Portrait Busts of Two Women" is a lithograph created by James Archer between 1850 and 1890 and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The artwork depicts two women, seemingly sisters, with their heads turned in profile, one towards the other and the other towards the viewer. The women's faces are rendered in delicate detail and their dress suggests an upper-class background. Archer was known for his portraiture and this piece showcases his skill in capturing the likeness and personalities of his subjects. The lithograph exemplifies the popularity of portraiture during the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the lives of women during that period.