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Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk)
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Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk)
827040 Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 75.7x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927). Black lead, black, red and white chalk. 75.7 x 63.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22738880
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Black Chalk Black Color Black Colour Black Lead Chalk Contemplate Contemplating Contemplation Facial Expression Female Garment Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand Raised Helleu Looking Down Paul César Helleu Paul Helleu Pensive Pose Posed Posing Red Chalk Thought Thoughtful White Chalk Woman Alone 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Apparel Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Headwear Portrait Style Portraiture Thinking Young Woman
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of a Lady" is a stunning piece by French artist Paul Cesar Helleu. The artwork showcases the artist's mastery in using black lead, black, red and white chalk to create a mesmerizing image that measures 75.7 x 63.5cm. In this early twentieth-century masterpiece, Helleu presents an elegant woman in a contemplative pose. Her three-quarter length figure is adorned with exquisite apparel and headwear, reflecting the fashion trends of the nineteenth century. The lady's expression exudes thoughtfulness as she gazes downwards, her hand raised in a pensive gesture. The artist skillfully captures every detail of her posture and clothing with meticulous precision. Helleu's use of color adds depth and dimension to the composition while emphasizing the subject's caucasian ethnicity. The combination of black chalk against a backdrop of red and white chalk creates an intriguing contrast that draws viewers into the artwork. Displayed indoors within a studio setting, this portrait radiates sophistication and elegance. It invites us to contemplate not only the beauty captured on canvas but also the inner thoughts and emotions hidden behind the lady's serene gaze. "Portrait of a Lady" is undoubtedly an exceptional example of portraiture from both nineteenth-century Europe and early twentieth-century French art. Its timeless appeal continues to captivate audiences today as it remains preserved within private collections for all art enthusiasts to admire.
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