The artwork, titled “A Young Woman with a Fan”, is a portrait by the artist William-Adolphe Bouguereau. This piece, created using oil on canvas, belongs to the Academicism movement and features dimensions of 65 x 54 cm.
In the artwork, a young woman is depicted holding a fan, presenting a calm and serene expression. The woman’s gentle gaze is directed downward, her face framed by dark, softly styled hair. Her attire is modest, composed of delicate textures and muted tones that blend seamlessly with the background. The subdued palette and smooth brushstrokes highlight the artist’s attention to detail and mastery in rendering skin and fabric, typical of Bouguereau’s refined and realistic style. The overall composition exudes a sense of grace and tranquility, characteristic of the portrait genre during the Academicism period.
