The artwork, titled “Type of Beauty: Portrait of Mrs. Kathleen Newton in a Red Dress and Black Bonnet,” was created by James Tissot in 1880. This captivating portrait, rendered in oil on canvas, belongs to the Realism movement and falls under the portrait genre. The painting is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a refined woman, identified as Mrs. Kathleen Newton, elegantly dressed in a vibrant red dress complemented by a black bonnet adorned with subtle yet significant detailing. Her thoughtful and poised demeanor is highlighted against a backdrop teeming with delicate, vividly rendered flowers, illustrating the artist’s meticulous attention to detail and use of rich, contrasting colors. The portrait masterfully captures the essence of the subject’s grace and sophistication, resonating with the Realism movement’s emphasis on depicting subjects with authentic naturalism and understated elegance. Through the use of skilled brushwork and a harmonious palette, Tissot has not only immortalized his sitter but also conveyed a timeless elegance that continues to captivate viewers.
