1617
oil
canvas
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
Dominant colour
Portrait of a Noblewoman is a 1617 oil by Frans Pourbus, the Younger, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Walters Art Museum.
This painting depicts a noblewoman from the 17th century. She is dressed in a black dress with intricate lace and embroidery, and her dark hair is pulled back. A large, ornate collar frames her face, and she wears a small crown on her head. The woman's attire and accessories suggest her high social status. The level of detail in her clothing and the overall composition of the painting indicate a high level of skill and craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist who created this portrait, look up Frans Pourbus, the Younger.
Frans Pourbus the Younger or Frans Pourbus (II) (Antwerp, 1569 – Paris, 1622) was a Flemish painter, specialised in portrait painting.
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