Portretul Elenei Manu (?)

Rosenthal employs chiaroscuro, evident in the lighting on the subject's face, contrasting with the dimly lit room. Loose brushstrokes, particularly on the dress and chair, impart a textured, almost sketchy quality, while the face is rendered with softer, more deliberate strokes.

Created circa 1847, specific details about the portrait's history and ownership prior to its current location are not provided in the available information.

The painting reflects mid-19th-century European portraiture influences, with its use of domestic backdrop (including a window with an outdoor hint) and emphasis on capturing the subject's interiority through lighting and pose.

The portrait's legacy is not extensively detailed in the provided sources, though it remains a representative work of Rosenthal's style and technique during this period.