The artwork, titled “Portrait of Young Lady,” is a distinguished oil painting on canvas created by the artist Alexandre Cabanel. This piece is an exemplary representation of the Academicism movement and falls within the portrait genre. Measuring 127 x 78 cm, the artwork is part of a private collection.
Capturing the refined elegance of its subject, the portrait depicts a young woman seated with graceful poise. She is adorned in an intricately detailed dress with floral patterns and delicate ruffles, exuding sophistication and serenity. The soft lighting and meticulous brushwork emphasize the youthful vitality and poised demeanor of the lady, highlighting Cabanel’s mastery in rendering textures and facial expressions. The background, kept subdued, ensures the focal attention remains on the subject, encapsulating the beauty and elegance characteristic of Academic art.
