Portrait de Madame Blerzy by Henri Gervex. A portrait of a mature woman in a black dress, seated before a blue background, leaning her head on her hand.

Portrait de Madame Blerzy

Henri Gervex

1884 · Medium Not Listed

An elegant 19th-century French portrait capturing a moment of quiet contemplation.

$243

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened warm notes — adds structure to a more polished room.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Study
Placement
Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1884 by Henri Gervex, this portrait of Madame Blerzy showcases the artist's skill in capturing character and texture. The sitter's dignified expression is complemented by the rich blacks of her lace-trimmed gown and the soft, luminous blue tones of the background.