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Portrait of an Elderly Lady, c1820. Creator: Unknown
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Portrait of an Elderly Lady, c1820. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of an Elderly Lady, c1820. This starkly realistic portrait shows a strong-featured old woman dressed in her finery staring directly at the viewer. In its candour, the painting bears a striking resemblance to a celebrated family portrait, "The Three Women of Ghent" (now in the Louvre Museum, Paris) that was traditionally attributed to David who lived in Brussels after his exile from France following the fall of Napoleon
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This evocative portrait captures the unwavering gaze of an elderly woman, dressed in the height of 19th century European fashion. The stark realism of the painting transports us back in time, with the strong-featured subject donning an intricately detailed bonnet adorned with lace and ribbons. Her clothing, a testament to the opulence of the era, is richly textured and vibrantly colored, with a flowing dress that cascades down to the floor. The painting's candidness is reminiscent of the celebrated family portrait, "The Three Women of Ghent," traditionally attributed to Jacques-Louis David, who lived in Brussels following his exile from France after the fall of Napoleon. The direct gaze of the elderly woman in this portrait is as captivating as that of the figures in "The Three Women of Ghent," drawing the viewer in and inviting reflection on the passage of time and the enduring nature of human expression. The painting, a beautiful oil on canvas work, is a poignant reminder of the heritage and history of European art. The woman's timeless beauty and the intricacy of her attire serve as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the fashion and culture of the 19th century. This portrait, though unsigned, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the unknown artist who brought this image to life, and a reminder of the enduring power of art to transport us through time and place.
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