Ellen Terry ('Choosing')

Ellen Terry ('Choosing'), an 1864 painting by George Frederic Watts, is a portrait of Ellen Terry.  The painting depicts Terry, a celebrated actress, from the chest up, her face turned slightly to the viewer's left. She is shown in profile, her eyes closed as she gently holds a red camellia blossom to her nose, inhaling its fragrance. Her hair is a light golden-brown, styled in loose waves that fall around her shoulders. She wears a dark, possibly black, dress with puffed sleeves, and a pearl necklace is visible around her neck. The background is dark and filled with more camellias, creating a lush, almost shadowy setting that contrasts with the lighter tones of Terry's skin and hair. The overall mood is one of quiet contemplation and beauty. The painting's size is not specified in the provided metadata.