Old World Portraits
Portrait of Sophie Pérumon in a Riding Habit
Unknown Artist
This elegant mid-19th-century portrait captures a woman in a classic riding habit against the atmospheric backdrop of the Bois de Boulogne.
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Napoleon Iłłakowicz
1852 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 19th-century portrait of a woman in equestrian attire, capturing a moment of poise and command.
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Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1852 oil painting by Napoleon Iłłakowicz depicts a woman in a formal 'amazon' riding habit. The dark, structured garment is beautifully contrasted by a delicate lace veil and a small red bow, set against a dramatic, atmospheric sky that adds a sense of romantic movement to the composition.
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