Portrait of a Lady (Madame de Gléon?)

This elegant portrait, possibly depicting Madame de Gléon, dates from around 1760 when Greuze was building his reputation as both a genre painter and a portraitist of the Parisian elite. The work demonstrates his ability to capture aristocratic refinement while maintaining the warmth and directness that distinguished his approach from more formal court portraiture. Characteristic of Greuze's approach, the work displays emotionally expressive figures, theatrical lighting, combining Rococo charm with didactic purpose.

The sitter's features are modeled with delicate tonal gradations, while the costume and accessories are painted with fluid assurance that conveys the textures of silk and lace.