Black Dress Collection (page 7)

Portrait of Francisca Caroline de Braganca (1824-98) 1844 (oil on canvas)
XIR181570 Portrait of Francisca Caroline de Braganca (1824-98) 1844 (oil on canvas) by Winterhalter, Franz Xaver (1805-73); 92x74 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; German, out of copyright

Portrait of Madame Poullain-Dumesnil, 1842 (oil on canvas)
XIR180048 Portrait of Madame Poullain-Dumesnil, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Couture, Thomas (1815-79); 187x127 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

Madame Vinet, 1840 (oil on canvas)
XIR232857 Madame Vinet, 1840 (oil on canvas) by Flandrin, Hippolyte (1809-64); 60x52 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Berthe Morisot (1841-95) with a Fan, 1872 (oil on canvas)
XIR170296 Berthe Morisot (1841-95) with a Fan, 1872 (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); 60x45 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

The Widow of the Ile de Sein, 1880 (oil on canvas)
XIR162944 The Widow of the Ile de Sein, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Renouf, Emile (1845-94); 260x170 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Quimper, France; (add.info.: La Veuve de l Ile de Sein; ); French

The Parisian (oil on canvas)
XIR162938 The Parisian (oil on canvas) by Giron, Charles (1850-1914); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; Swiss, out of copyright

Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas)
XAL159364 Portrait of a Woman (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); Museo Civico, Padua, Italy; French, out of copyright

Portrait of a Venetian Woman, c. 1852 (oil on canvas)
XOS1448851 Portrait of a Venetian Woman, c.1852 (oil on canvas) by Hayez, Francesco (1791-1882); 115x90 cm; Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

Maria Theresa (1717-80) Empress of Austria (oil on canvas)
XIR13010 Maria Theresa (1717-80) Empress of Austria (oil on canvas) by Maron, Anton von (1733-1808) (attr. to); 116x80 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; Australian, out of copyright

1273708; out of copyright

Portrait of Clara J. Mather (oil on canvas)
XIR216625 Portrait of Clara J. Mather (oil on canvas) by Eakins, Thomas Cowperthwait (1844-1916); 61x51 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; American, out of copyright

Portrait of Emma Boissevain - Nicholls, Friedrich Wilhelm Burmeister, 1855 - 1915

Marquesa of Las Navas, c. 1559 (oil on canvas)
XJL109945 Marquesa of Las Navas, c.1559 (oil on canvas) by Mor, Anthonis van Dashorst (Antonio Moro) (c.1519-1576/77); 75 x 107 cm; Hospital Tavera, Toledo

Madame Theodore Charpentier (1802-75) c. 1869 (oil on canvas)
XIR205443 Madame Theodore Charpentier (1802-75) c.1869 (oil on canvas) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 46x39 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Madame Edma Pontillon (1839-1921) 1871 (pastel on paper)
XIR205429 Portrait of Madame Edma Pontillon (1839-1921) 1871 (pastel on paper) by Morisot, Berthe (1841-95); 80x64.5 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Two Worlds (oil on canvas)
BAL205318 Two Worlds (oil on canvas) by Lebedev, Klavdiy Vasilievich (1852-1916); 70.5x57 cm; Art Museum of Kaluga, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

The Woman with the Glove, 1869 (oil on canvas)
XIR197253 The Woman with the Glove, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Carolus-Duran, Charles Emile Auguste (1837-1917); 228x164 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Madame Carolus-Duran)

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"Captivating Elegance: The Timeless Allure of the Black Dress" In the art world, black dresses have long been a symbol of intrigue and sophistication. Take for instance Madame X (Madame Pierre Gautreau), depicted in John Singer Sargent's 1883-84 masterpiece. Her black dress exudes confidence as she gazes confidently at the viewer. Getting to know people is always an important part of starting a new job, and what better way to make a lasting impression than with a classic black dress? Just like the figures in Lovers in a Cafe (panel) or Portrait of a Lady of the Worthington Family, who effortlessly command attention with their impeccable style. Throughout history, influential women have embraced the power of the black dress. Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, radiates regality in her 1814 portrait by Robert Lefèvre. Similarly, Mary Queen of Scots' somber attire on her fateful journey to execution speaks volumes about her strength and resilience. But it's not just historical figures who have recognized the allure of this wardrobe staple. In more recent times, Mandy Rice Davies captivated audiences with her timeless beauty while donning a sleek black ensemble in 1986. Novelist Jilly Cooper also understood its impact when pictured at home in Putney back in December 1978 – elegance personified. Artists too have explored various dimensions through their depictions of women adorned in black dresses. La Pensee by Jean-Jacques Henner captures contemplation and mystery through his use of color and light on canvas. Meanwhile, Wandering Thoughts by William Holman Hunt delves into introspection amid an enchanting backdrop. Whether it be Mrs John Pettie's portrayal or Marilyn Davies' iconic image from 1986 – both showcasing how one can exude poise and grace effortlessly – there is no denying that wearing a black dress transcends time and trends.