The artwork is titled “The Woman of Fashion (La Mondaine)” and was created by James Tissot between 1883 and 1885. It is an oil on canvas painting, measuring 103 x 148.3 cm, belonging to the Realism art movement and falls under the genre of genre painting. This piece is part of the “La Femme à Paris” series and is currently held in a private collection.
In the artwork, James Tissot masterfully captures a bustling scene of fashion and society in late 19th century Paris. The central figure, a woman projected as the epitome of fashion, is dressed in an elaborate, sumptuous gown paired with luxurious outerwear. Surrounding her are other finely dressed individuals, both men in formal attire and women in elegant dresses, epitomizing the opulence and social nuances of the era. The setting, likely a high-society event, is characterized by its grandiose interior, complete with ornate chandeliers, a checker-patterned marble floor, and an elaborate staircase rail. The detailed rendering of textures and fabrics, combined with the expressive portrayal of the characters’ interactions, speaks to Tissot’s proficiency in capturing the intricacies of social settings and the fashions of his time.
