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Portrait of Madame Helleu with Umbrella

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This exquisite oil painting captures the graceful figure of a woman delicately poised with an umbrella against a radiant blue sky. Her flowing white dress and fitted jacket catch the soft breeze, rendered in skillful, brisk brushstrokes that evoke movement and lightness. The umbrella, a key visual element, casts a calming shadow over her face, adding a mysterious contour to her gentle profile. The composition, viewed from a slightly low angle, emphasizes the upward direction of the scene and sets the figure against an expansive sky scattered with fluffy, impressionistic clouds.

The artist’s palette is dominated by pale whites, soft creams, and subtle shades of blue, creating a serene and airy atmosphere that feels both intimate and uplifting. The loose, fluid brushwork delivers a spontaneous energy, reflective of early 20th-century Impressionist influences, yet infused with a refined elegance. Emotionally, the painting invites a sense of quiet contemplation and delicate beauty, capturing a fleeting moment of calmness and grace during a sunny day. The piece is emblematic of the era's fascination with light, leisure, and the elegance of fashionable society.

Portrait of Madame Helleu with Umbrella

Paul César Helleu

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Created:

1920

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Dimensions:

5760 × 7426 px
650 × 810 mm

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