Portrait of Madame Roger-Jourdain (1889) by Giovanni Boldini

Portrait of Madame Roger-Jourdain catches Henriette Roger-Jourdain at the exact point where formality becomes charm. She stands in a dark dress and elaborate hat, umbrella held lightly rather than ceremonially, with a smile that makes the whole portrait feel less rehearsed. Boldini stretches the figure through the narrow canvas but keeps the mood playful.

Painted in 1889, when Boldini’s reputation as a society portraitist was rapidly growing, the work shows why fashionable sitters sought him out. He could flatter without making people anonymous. Madame Roger-Jourdain’s slight tilt of the head, the curve through her waist and the easy way she holds the umbrella all suggest a specific personality rather than a generic ideal of elegance.

The predominantly black costume gives the print graphic strength, while the hat and pale accents keep it lively. Available as a fine art print, framed print or canvas panel in multiple sizes. Browse more Giovanni Boldini prints and society portraits. Free UK delivery is included.

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