Old World Portraits
Profile of a Woman (Profil de femme)
Paul Dubois
An elegant 19th-century profile portrait of a young woman, featuring a striking contrast between luminous skin tones and an atmospheric, dark background.
Eliza Eastlake
Edward Poynter
1864 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant Victorian profile portrait showcasing refined brushwork and a sophisticated, earthy color palette.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Study · Office · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Burnished orange
About the piece
Painted in 1864, this intimate profile portrait by Edward Poynter captures Eliza Eastlake with remarkable clarity and poise. The composition emphasizes the sitter's silhouette against a moody, deep-toned background, highlighting the meticulous rendering of her Victorian attire and the soft luminosity of her features.
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