Portrait d’Élégante, 1853 – Original graphite and gouache watercolor painting of an elegant lady

Portrait d’Élégante, 1853 – Original graphite and gouache watercolor painting of an elegant lady – Attributed to Albert Wagner (1816–1867)

A charming 19th-century portrait drawing attributed to Albert Wagner (1816–1867), a German artist known for his refined miniature portraits. This work is slightly larger than his usual portraits. It is an elegant graphite and gouache study, and depicts a poised young woman in a gown adorned with bows and lace, rendered with exquisite precision and grace.

Presented under glass in its original oval giltwood and stucco frame, this portrait captures the timeless delicacy and intimate character typical of Wagner’s work.

Frame: Original gilded wood and stucco frame (minor wear) with antique glass.
Visible size: 36 × 27 cm

Condition: Slight age marks under the glass and small surface wear consistent with age; overall very good antique condition.

A refined and romantic portrait, beautifully representing the art of mid-19th-century European portraiture.