Lot 121: Jacques Bertrand, "The Death of Virginia", Oil on canvas

Jean-Baptiste Bertrand
French, 1823-1887
The Death of Virginia
signed l/l: James Bertrand
oil on canvas
86 1/2 x 185 1/2 inches ( 219.7 x 471.2 cm )

Note:
On the original plaque: "Her features were not sensibly changed, her eyes were closed, and her contenance was still serene; but the pale purple hues of death were blended on her cheek with a blush of virgin modesty." St. Pierre