Who painted An old woman?

An old woman was painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1620.

Where can I see An old woman?

An old woman is held by Fitzwilliam Museum.

What movement is An old woman?

An old woman is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Can I buy a print of An old woman?

Museum-quality prints of An old woman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

An old woman

Anthony van Dyck , 1620

An old woman is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Anthony van Dyck. It dates from 1620 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.

About this work

Overview

An old woman is a 1620 painting by Anthony van Dyck, a Flemish Baroque artist. It is a portrait, a genre in which he demonstrated considerable skill.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an elderly woman with a round face and wide smile, wearing a dark cloak over a white collar. Her hand rests on her chest, and her hair is pulled back, set against a plain dark brown background.

Technique & Style

The work features smooth brushwork and soft shadows on the subject's face and neck, creating a three-dimensional effect against the flat background. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the portrait.

Portrait of an old woman, Anthony van Dyck

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Artist & collection

Artist

Anthony van Dyck

Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.