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Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas)
987369 Portrait of Countess Karoly, 1865 (oil on canvas) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 81.6x65.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Countess Karoly; Portrait de la Comtesse Karoly. Gustave Courbet (1819-1877). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1865. 81.6 x 65.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22523550
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Countess Karoly" was painted by the renowned French artist Gustave Courbet in 1865. The oil on canvas artwork measures 81.6x65.7 cm and is currently held in a private collection. In this exquisite piece, Courbet skillfully captures the essence of Countess Karoly, presenting her as a woman of elegance and sophistication. The countess's quarter-length figure is depicted with brown hair cascading down her shoulders, wearing a white garment adorned with feathers and an elegant hat. The setting of the painting takes us to a picturesque coastline, where the countess stands contemplating amidst an ominous gray sky. Her profiled gaze looks away from the viewer, evoking a sense of introspection and contemplation. Courbet's realist style shines through in his attention to detail, particularly evident in his portrayal of textures such as fabric and hair. The naturalism portrayed in this artwork adds depth to Countess Karoly's character while emphasizing her connection to both nature and history. As we admire this remarkable piece from mid-19th century France, we are transported back in time to witness not only the beauty but also the complexity that lies within this historical figure. Through Courbet's masterful brushstrokes, we are invited into Countess Karoly's world—a world filled with pensive thoughts and contemplative moments by the sea.
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