In this picture Auguste Toulmouche painted a girl who dressed herself up to the ball, trusting her reflection in the mirror. It does not yet appear to the viewer in all its splendor, but the artist delicately conveys the thoroughness, the accuracy of the preparations. And even in this "undressed" image, he shows the beauty, charm and elegance of the heroine. And her expression makes clear that she realizes all her dignity, but still critically examines the image, trying to find some flaws. Probably, [Expand]
the artist has slightly idealized both the heroine and the whole scene, depicting the process of preparing for the release as if it already appears to the eyes of many spectators, and should leave a pleasant impression. The girl's look plays an important role, expressively complementing her image. Also Toulmouche skillfully chooses a pose for her - she is at ease and elegant. In general, the picture creates a pleasant, light impression, without causing sharp emotions, neither by plot, nor palette, or details.
In this picture Auguste Toulmouche painted a girl who dressed herself up to the ball, trusting her reflection in the mirror. It does not yet appear to the viewer in all its splendor, but the artist delicately conveys the thoroughness, the accuracy of the preparations. And even in this "undressed" image, he shows the beauty, charm and elegance of the heroine. And her expression makes clear that she realizes all her dignity, but still critically examines the image, trying to find some flaws. Probably, [Expand]
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