Portrait of Madame Perregaux 1816

"Portrait of Madame Perregaux" is a lithograph by Horace Vernet created in 1816. The work, now in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a woman in a simple yet elegant dress. Madame Perregaux's hair is styled in a complex updo, reflecting the fashion trends of the time. The artist's use of delicate lines and shading creates a sense of intimacy and realism in the portrait. This work exemplifies Vernet's mastery of the lithographic medium, capturing the sitter's likeness with precision and grace.