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Portrait of a Woman, by Caspar Netscher, oil, 1671

Portrait of a Woman

Caspar Netscher

1671

oil

canvas

From the collection of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a Woman is a 1671 oil by Caspar Netscher, a Dutch Golden Age work, depicting Bowl, held at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Who painted this?
Caspar Netscher
When & what style?
1671 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

About this work

The painting features a woman with a rose in her hand, wearing a dress with a lace collar and a pearl necklace. She is holding a bowl with a rose in it, and her other hand is resting on the bowl. The woman is looking directly at the viewer. The painting is done in oil paint, and the artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume. The woman's face is illuminated, while the background is darker, creating a sense of contrast. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Caspar Netscher.

About the artist

Portrait of Caspar Netscher
Artist

Caspar Netscher

Caspar Netscher was a Dutch painter. He was a master in depicting oriental rugs, silk and brocade and introduced an international style to the Northern Netherlands.

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