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Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James by Henri Fantin-Latour (French, 1836–1904)

Henri Fantin-Latour (French, 1836–1904) · 1867-01-01

Henri Fantin-Latour's 'Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James' (1867) offers a quiet glimpse into mid-19th century Parisian life and fashion. The portrait exemplifies the Realist movement's dedication to unembellished truth, focusing on capturing the subject's likeness with precision.

Notice the way her dark hair contrasts with her pale skin, and how the artist uses light and shadow to sculpt her features. The white dress, adorned with intricate lace and a vibrant pink sash, speaks to the period's style and her social standing.

Painted in 1867, this work by Fantin-Latour, known for his still lifes and group portraits, captures Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James, a subject from his social circle. The painting is now housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

This portrait invites us to contemplate the subject's inner world, presented with a dignified and serene presence.

Details

Her dark hair frames a thoughtful face.
Her dark hair frames a thoughtful face.
Her white dress shows delicate lace trim.
Her white dress shows delicate lace trim.
A pink sash adds a touch of color.
A pink sash adds a touch of color.
This is Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James.
This is Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James.
Transcript

She looks out from the darkness of 1867. Her dark hair frames a thoughtful face. Her left eye holds a lifelike sparkle. Her white dress shows delicate lace trim. A pink sash adds a touch of color. This is Marie-Yolande de Fitz-James. Henri Fantin-Latour painted this in 1867.