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Portrait of a Lady

Unknown

1650

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of a Lady is a 1650 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a woman. She is wearing a dark dress with a white collar and cuffs. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a small, round hairpiece on either side of her head. The woman's expression is neutral, and she is looking directly at the viewer. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to draw attention to the subject. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting adds depth and dimension to the subject.