Sisi, Empress of Austria

One could talk for ages about this woman - Elizabeth, Empress of Austria (Sisi)... Many films are created about her, many books written... Today we invite you to enjoy this absolutely special painting painted by Franz Xaver Winterhalter in 1864. The painting was not meant for public, nevertheless, it was the favorite emperor's image of his wife. It was placed against his writing desk in his private studio. Even according to the standards of the 19th century, Elizabeth had extremely beautiful, long and thick hair, and was one of the most beautiful women of the 19th century, although happiness seemed to be a rare guest in her heart... However, while looking at the picture, a thought crosses my mind – what a great mysterious power and strength is woman's hair... Almost magic...