Mrs. Benjamin Kissam

"Mrs. Benjamin Kissam" is a distinguished portrait that captures the elegance of New York's Gilded Age society, reminiscent of the era's prominence of the Four Hundred. Painted on a canvas, this oil artwork exemplifies Realism in its fine detail and lifelike representation, showcasing the refined fashion and demeanor of Mrs. Benjamin Kissam. As a testament to the era's societal hierarchy, portraits like this often emphasized status and sophistication, much like the portraits of the Society's triumvirate that succeeded Mrs. Astor's leadership of high society.