Bust of a Young Woman (Jeune femme en buste)

Auguste Renoir

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper half of a woman's body in a three-quarter view. Her head is slightly tilted to the left with a faint smile. Her facial features are soft and delicate, and her hair is styled with waves, partly covered by an elaborate hat with feathers or fabric. She wears a gown with ruffle details at the neckline and sleeves, with arms crossed over her chest. The drawing is against a plain, shaded background.