Portrait of a lady
1700
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1700
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting depicts a woman in a rich, red-brown dress with white, billowy sleeves. Her curly, gray hair is styled in an updo. The dress has a deep V-neckline and a loose, flowing design. The woman's right arm is bent at the elbow, and her hand is resting on her chest. Her left arm is relaxed by her side. The background of the painting is dark, with hints of greenery visible behind the woman. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of elegance and refinement. To learn more about this style of portrait, look up the artist Arnold Boonen.
