LADY IN A ROSE SHAWL, Paul d'Aste, France, 1846

Portrait of a woman en trois quarts. Highly pinned hair exposes the lady's bone complexion.From her reserved face look at the viewer with large almond eyes.

The rosy cheeks are complemented by the prominent lips, the color reflection of which is visible in the reflections of the muslin scarf.

The focused look and the  accent of the outfit allow to emphasize the dignity of the model.