High-born lady in white bonnet
1856
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1856
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
High-born lady in white bonnet is a 1856 by Antoine Claudet, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This image presents a portrait of an elderly woman, seated and facing forward. She is attired in a dark dress with a floral pattern, complemented by a white bonnet that covers her head and neck. A white scarf is draped around her neck, and she wears a brooch on her chest. Her right arm rests on her lap, while her left arm is positioned on the back of the chair. The woman's attire and the style of the portrait suggest that it was created in the mid-19th century. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the image, drawing attention to the subject's face and hands. The Cleveland Museum of Art is home to this portrait, which showcases the artist's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects.
