The artwork titled “Portrait of Countess Gisela Kinsky von Wchinitz und Tettau, née Zwonek” was masterfully created by John Quincy Adams in the year 1906. Executed in oil on panel, the portrait exemplifies the Realism movement and falls within the genre of portraiture. The dimensions of the artwork are 35 by 25.5 centimeters.
In the artwork, Countess Gisela Kinsky von Wchinitz und Tettau is depicted with a poised and contemplative expression. She is adorned in a black dress with delicate lace details about the collar and shoulders, which are highlighted by the artist’s meticulous brushwork. Her elaborate hat, featuring a prominent plume, adds an element of sophistication to her attire. The background is muted and neutral, which serves to draw attention to the Countess’s facial features and attire, thereby emphasizing her grace and elegance. The overall composition reflects the meticulous attention to detail and dedication to realism characteristic of the period and the artist’s oeuvre.