Important Oval Pastel Framed In A Gilded Frame From The 19th Century, Napoleon III Period, Of A Lady Of Quality

Of rare presence this beautiful large pastel of a Lady of quality from the Napoleon III period, in its superb original oval frame in gilded wood with foliage and laurel fruits, is an exceptional piece by the quality and the size. The Work executed on paper stretched on canvas stretcher and protected by a cover of thick paper on the back, is expressive and of great class... This beautiful Woman with a round face looks proud with her jewels and her light hat covering her hair pulled back in the middle. She holds a black fan in folded dendelle in her right hand and wears a large necklace with medallion, a rich bracelet with gold chain adorns her wrist. It is Madame Steinberg, née Besson, Sister of Madame A. Sumerifra who was the Maternal Grandmother of Marie Castex who was the Wife of Maurice Castelain