Carolina Ferdinanda Louisa of Sicily 1820 - 1837

"Carolina Ferdinanda Louisa of Sicily" is a portrait painting by French artist François Gérard, created between 1820 and 1837. The painting depicts Carolina Ferdinanda Louisa, a member of the Bourbon dynasty, in a serene outdoor setting, possibly a garden. The sitter is casually dressed in a white gown and a straw hat with a red ribbon, and she sits on a bench, with a red shawl draped over her shoulders, suggesting she is enjoying the outdoors. The portrait's relaxed pose and picturesque background reflect the style of Neoclassicism, popular in the early 19th century. The presence of a dog and a decorative urn adds to the idyllic ambiance of the composition, echoing the trend towards sentimental romanticism in art.