Shhh .. Shhh .., pastel, France, 19th century

Mysterious portrait of a young woman/ span>

The delicate beauty of the girl is juxtaposed with the black drapery of the cloak. It hides her auburn hair and a feathery rosebud.

As a sign of silence, the girl puts her long fingers to her lips. The need to remain silent may be due to the need to arrange a discreet meeting.