The artwork is titled “Portrait of Madame Ackerman, the wife of the Chief Finance Minister of King Louis Philippe”, executed by the artist Franz Xaver Winterhalter in the year 1838. Rendered in oil on canvas, the piece belongs to the Neoclassicism art movement and is a fine example of portrait genre. The dimensions of the artwork are 130.5 x 97.8 cm, and it is currently held in a private collection.
In the artwork, a poised Madame Ackerman is depicted seated in an elegant setting, framed by lush foliage against a serene landscape. She gazes outward with a composed expression, exuding grace and sophistication. Her dark hair is neatly coiffed, contrasting with her fair complexion and the delicate white dress she dons. Draped over her shoulders is an intricately patterned shawl, which adds a touch of opulence to her attire. The attention to detail in her attire and the natural surroundings exemplifies Winterhalter’s skill in capturing both the physical likeness and the refined elegance of his subject.
