Christie's notes for this follow: "RUSSIAN SCHOOL, CIRCA 1835
A lady, said to be a member of the Olenin family, in blue dress with ruched bodice and large puff sleeves, three-strand necklace with an emerald-set clasp, gem-set drop earrings, her upswept hair in a bunoval, 4 7/8 in. (124 mm.) high, gilt-metal mount."
This delightful portrait shows the approach of "Victorian" style in Russia with straight hair, Gigot sleeves, and a supported full skirt (with crinoline fabric?). The bateau neckline is a holdover from Romantic era dress.
Keywords: 1835, Olenin family, Russian, straight coiffure, bun, off shoulder bateau neckline, pleated bodice, Gigot sleeves, vee waistline, full skirt, necklace, earrings