Hesitation (Madame Monteaux?)
1867
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1867
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
The painting depicts a woman in a blue dress, standing in front of a door. She is holding a piece of fabric and appears to be lost in thought. The woman's dress is a deep blue color with a white blouse underneath. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a blue ribbon around her neck. The room is dimly lit, with a small table and chair to the right of the woman. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Alfred Stevens, a Belgian artist known for his portraits of women in everyday settings.
