Unknown Lady
1646
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1646
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This portrait depicts a woman with long, curly brown hair, wearing a black dress with a white lace collar and cuffs. She is adorned with a gold necklace, a gold ring on her right hand, and a gold headband. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The woman's attire and accessories suggest that she is a member of the upper class. Her expression is serious and introspective, giving the impression that she is lost in thought. This painting is a great example of Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen's work, and you can learn more about him by looking up the artist Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen.
