A Portrait of a Woman Admiring Herself by Auguste Toulmouche

"Admiring Her Looks" by Auguste Toulmouche is a quintessential example of 19th-century academic art, emphasizing beauty and technique. Toulmouche's work often explores themes of femininity and domestic opulence, with this piece encapsulating a moment of private contemplation. The artist's signature and date on the canvas authenticate its provenance and mark its creation in the year 1881. The painting's dimensions allow for an intimate view into the subject's world, inviting the viewer to observe the delicate interplay of light and texture that Toulmouche masterfully renders on the canvas. 

Title: Admiring Her Looks
Artist: Auguste Toulmouche (French, 1829-1890)
Date: circa 1881
Medium: Oil on canvas
signed and dated 'A. Toulmouche. 1881.' (lower right)
Dimension: 25 3/4 in x 18 1/4 in