Réflexion 1905

William Bouguereau's "Réflexion" (1905) exemplifies the artist's mastery of Academic Realism. The painting features a young woman, draped in a flowing emerald gown, whose contemplative expression and gentle pose draw the viewer into her private world. Bouguereau’s meticulous attention to detail, evident in the delicate folds of the fabric and the woman's subtle, yet expressive features, elevate this portrait to a classic example of late 19th-century academic art. The work captures a timeless beauty and evokes a sense of tranquility.