176 European School – Portrait of a Woman in Theatrical Costume (Mlle Armine) – Watercolour and Ink (19th Century)

This 19th-century watercolour and ink portrait depicts a woman identified as “Mlle Armine,” dressed in an elaborate theatrical or ceremonial costume. She wears a tall floral-adorned hat with flowing ribbons, along with a distinctive collar and shoulder decorations fastened by ornamental knots. The drawing is executed in ink with subtle washes of grey and blue, highlighting the folds and textures of the attire. The sheet bears signs of age, including minor foxing and corner wear, and is typical of portrait studies from the European School with theatrical or operatic themes.