Portrait de Madame Dubernet 1899

This painting, "Portrait de Madame Dubernet", was painted by Léon Bonnat in 1899. Bonnat was a prominent French artist known for his realistic portraits. The artwork depicts a woman, presumably Madame Dubernet, seated in a chair with a fur wrap draped over her shoulders. The portrait’s use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, is characteristic of Bonnat's style. The artwork showcases Bonnat’s mastery of capturing a subject’s likeness and subtle expressions. The portrait is a testament to the artist's skill in creating a compelling and realistic representation of his subject.