Mademoiselle V. . . in the Costume of an Espada
The composition is vertically oriented, centering a single female figure against a busy, layered background. This central subject is positioned in front of a scene that appears to be a stage backdrop. She holds a sword and a piece of draped fabric. A striking red cloth is held within her hands, providing a sharp contrast to the surrounding tones. The background contains several other figures, multiple people, and the silhouettes…










