Artwork
Portrait of Eva Goudriaan-de Veer

Portrait of Eva Goudriaan-de Veer is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Cornelis van Cuylenburgh. It dates from 1788 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
She is depicted in a blue dress with a white shawl draped over her shoulders, complemented by a white cap on her head.
The painting features a woman dressed in 18th-century attire, seated with a book in her hand. She is depicted in a blue dress with a white shawl draped over her shoulders, complemented by a white cap on her head. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject.
The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it is from the 18th century. The artist has used a dark background to create contrast and draw attention to the subject.
This painting is reminiscent of the works of artists who specialized in portrait paintings during the 18th century. To learn more about similar artworks, explore the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil on canvas in 1776, the portrait employs a smooth, tightly controlled handling typical of late-eighteenth-century Dutch portraiture. The sitter is rendered with fine, blended brushwork in the face and costume details, while the background is handled more broadly to establish depth and focus. Subtle glazing contributes to the modeling of facial features and the sheen of satin and lace.
The canvas support measures 76.5 cm in height by 60.5 cm in width. The restrained palette and balanced composition emphasize clarity and dignity, aligning with contemporary expectations for formal portraiture.
History & Provenance
Cornelis van Cuylenburgh created the Portrait of Eva Goudriaan-de Veer in 1776 while working in the Netherlands. The artwork is an oil painting executed on a canvas measuring 76.5 by 60.5 centimeters. The painting subsequently entered the collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it is currently held.
Overview
The Portrait of Eva Goudriaan-de Veer is an oil painting created by Cornelis van Cuylenburgh in 1788. It is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, Eva Goudriaan-de Veer, seated with a book, dressed in 18th-century clothing, including a blue dress, white shawl, and cap. The dark background emphasizes her figure.
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Artist
Cornelis van Cuylenburgh (1758–1827) was an artist, born in Utrecht.
















