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Portrait of a Young Woman with a Garland, by Caspar Netscher, oil, 1690

Portrait of a Young Woman with a Garland

Caspar Netscher

1690

oil

canvas

From the collection of Walters Art Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Portrait of a Young Woman with a Garland is a 1690 oil by Caspar Netscher, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Walters Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Caspar Netscher
When & what style?
1690 · Dutch Golden Age
Where can I see it?
Walters Art Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a young woman sitting in a lush outdoor setting, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky. She is dressed in a white, low-cut blouse with puffy sleeves and a dark skirt adorned with floral patterns. Her curly hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a pearl necklace and earrings. In her right hand, she holds a garland of flowers. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The outdoor setting, with its natural beauty, adds to the overall sense of serenity in the painting. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, explore the works of 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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