Siddende, elegant klædt kvinde, halvfigur 1802 - 1892

Constantin Guys, known for his depictions of Parisian life in the 19th century, created this intimate watercolor, "Siddende, elegant klædt kvinde, halvfigur". This work, housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures a moment of elegance and grace. The woman, dressed in a dark blue gown adorned with intricate patterns, is portrayed in a half-length pose, her gaze directed towards the viewer. Guys's signature loose brushwork and delicate washes of color create a sense of movement and fluidity in the composition, emphasizing the subject's refined presence. This small-scale artwork, measuring just 171 mm by 191 mm, exemplifies Guys's keen observation of the fashionable society of his time.