"Portrait of Princess Leonilla of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn" by Franz Xaver Winterhalter

Not only was this particular painting extraordinary in size, but the colors are vibrant and the woman portrayed almost comes to life. The props in the paintings accompanying the subject displays her sophistication and royalty. I felt that maybe the painter was very fond of the aristocratic class, as his painting puts a princess like woman on a pedestal in a sense. Her expression is also interesting, she seems very composed and peaceful - all emotions that can be observed just through her eyes.