Portrait of a Lady
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Portrait collar
This painting depicts a woman dressed in dark attire, with a white collar that stands out against the dark background. Her hands are clasped together in front of her, and she wears a head covering. The woman's gaze is directed straight ahead, and her expression is neutral. The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it may be from the 17th century. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimension to the painting. The painting's attention to detail and use of chiaroscuro make it a notable work. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique "chiaroscuro".
