Portrait of Mrs. Israëls

Jozef Israëls

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white portrait of a woman with short hair, viewed in profile, facing left. The woman has a straight nose and defined facial features. She wears a dark-colored top. Her hair is short and styled away from her face, with some strands framing her forehead. The background is dark and textured, with visible lines and shading. The portrait is rendered in a detailed, realistic style, with visible lines and cross-hatching. The image is signed "Jozef Israëls" and includes the name "Alida" at the bottom. The portrait is titled "Portrait of Mrs. Israëls".