Bertha Vautier by Benjamin Vautier. A side-profile portrait of a woman in a luminous teal gown with black lace overlays, holding a folding fan against a dark, atmospheric background.

Bertha Vautier

Benjamin Vautier

1864 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An elegant 19th-century portrait featuring a woman in a vibrant teal dress and delicate black lace.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Study
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1864 by Benjamin Vautier, this portrait depicts the artist's wife, Bertha, in a moment of quiet elegance. Her striking teal gown and intricate black lace sleeves provide a bold contrast against the moody, dark backdrop, capturing the refined fashion and dignified character of the era.