Portrait of a Lady
1621
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1621
unspecified
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
A woman stands straight ahead, dressed in dark clothes with a red skirt and a high white collar. Her hands rest on a dark curtain, and she wears lace cuffs and a headpiece. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on her. Her outfit looks rich but simple, with no flashy jewelry or bright colors. The way the light hits her face and the dark background makes her stand out sharply. If you like this style, look up chiaroscuro.
