The artwork titled “Melanie de Bussiere, Comtesse Edmond de Pourtales” was created by the artist Franz Xaver Winterhalter in the year 1857. Executed with oil on canvas, this portrait is a prime example of the Neo-Rococo art movement and belongs to the genre of portraiture. The artwork is currently housed in a private collection.
In the artwork, a refined and elegant lady, Melanie de Bussiere, is depicted with remarkable grace. She stands poised, adorned in a delicate white dress with intricate blue ribbon embellishments. The soft and flowing fabric of her attire is complemented by the gentle hues and rich textures, accentuating her composed yet gentle demeanor. Her serene expression and the subtle play of light and shadow further enhance the air of sophistication and nobility captured in this exquisite portrait by Winterhalter.
