This painting's artist also depicted its central figure in an oil sketch drinking a toast.
This painting's artist also depicted its central figure in an oil sketch drinking a toast. Single white wisps of paint suggest jewelry, and a table in this painting has a smooth surface but gargoyles intricately carved on its legs, which end in lion paws. After it was unveiled the artist painted over a shoulder strap to raise it and make it look more secure. The central figure has an unnaturally narrow waistline, and the line of her arm continues into the table she rests her hand on. For 10 points, name this painting of socialite Virginie Gautreau wearing a plunging black dress that compliments her pale complexion while she looks to the left, a painting by John Singer Sargent. 
This painting's artist also depicted its central figure in an oil sketch drinking a toast.
Portrait of Madame X 