1880 - v1

Photographed from a slightly elevated angle, this portrait captures Ada in her early twenties shown in profile view, cropped at mid-torso. Her expression is serene and contemplative, gazing to the left of frame. Dark brown curls are elaborately styled atop her head, adorned with a white bow and lace decoration. She wears an exquisite white silk and lace ball gown with off-shoulder styling, featuring delicate ruching and a prominent floral embellishment at the bodice. Multiple pieces of jewelry enhance the elegant ensemble: a multi-strand pearl choker, dangling earrings, and ornate diamond bracelets on her forearms. Her pose is graceful yet relaxed, with one arm resting against a burgundy velvet-covered surface. The composition follows classical portraiture conventions, set against a dark, moody background suggesting an opulent interior. Rembrandt-style lighting illuminates her face and décolletage from the left, creating dramatic shadows and highlighting the luxurious fabric textures. The image exhibits shallow depth of field, with sharp focus on the subject while the background remains softly blurred.