Ophelia 

"Ophelia" is a painting by Pierre-Auguste Cot, a French artist known for his academic style and depictions of romantic subjects. The painting depicts Ophelia, a character from Shakespeare's Hamlet, immersed in a book with a thoughtful and melancholic expression. Cot’s use of chiaroscuro lighting, highlighting Ophelia's form against a dark background, emphasizes her introspective nature and creates a sense of dramatic depth. The painting's realism and focus on emotional expression are typical of the academic art movement of the 19th century.