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.
Self-Portrait
Marie Petiet
1875 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This elegant 19th-century self-portrait captures a young artist in a moment of quiet confidence and grace.
$243
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Where it works
A balanced artwork with steady presence with rich warm-brown color — holds a composed wall with restraint.
- Often works in
- Study · Living Room · Bedroom
- Placement
- Reads naturally where the wall has more height than width
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Warm beige
About the piece
Painted in 1875, this self-portrait by French artist Marie Petiet is a masterful example of late 19th-century portraiture. The artist depicts herself in profile with pink blossoms tucked into her upswept hair, balancing traditional elegance with a gentle, personal warmth that makes it a timeless addition to a home collection.
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