Portrait of Mrs Alice Brisbane Thursby 1898

This portrait, painted in 1898, is a work by American artist John Singer Sargent. It depicts Mrs. Alice Brisbane Thursby, seated in a white chair, wearing a dark dress with a pearl necklace and a purple flower pinned to her bodice. The painting exemplifies Sargent’s signature style of realism and portraiture, showcasing his masterful use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The subject’s elegant posture and the luxurious setting create a sense of wealth and sophistication, reflecting the trends in portraiture during the late 19th century.