Queen Blanche de Namur

Queen Blanche de Namur

Albert Edelfelt

1889

oil

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a white dress with a red sleeve, sitting on a chair and holding a child. The woman has long hair and is wearing a headband. The child is wearing a gold top and gray pants. There is a brown bear skin on the floor, and a small box with various items in it. The woman is looking at the child, and the child is reaching out to her. The background of the painting is dark, with a large piece of furniture behind the woman. The painting is a portrait of a queen and her child, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the subtleties of human emotion. You might want to learn more about Albert Edelfelt, the artist behind this painting.

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