Where can I see Portrait of a Woman?

Portrait of a Woman is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Portrait of a Woman?

Portrait of a Woman is associated with Rococo painting.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a Woman?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a Woman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a Woman

Frans van der Mijn , 1748

Portrait of a Woman is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Frans van der Mijn. It dates from 1748 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Subject & Meaning

As a portrait created in 1748 by Frans van der Mijn, the painting's primary subject is the likeness of this individual.

The work depicts a single female figure, identified in the records simply as a woman. As a portrait created in 1748 by Frans van der Mijn, the painting's primary subject is the likeness of this individual. The available documentation does not specify a unique identity for the sitter, nor does it attribute additional symbolic meaning, iconographic references, or allegorical representation to the image beyond the direct representation of the woman herself.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in oil paint on a canvas support, dated 1748. The canvas measures approximately 85 cm in height and 69 cm in width. As a typical 18th‑century portrait, the paint handling follows the conventions of the period, though specific details of brushwork or condition are not recorded in the sources.

History & Provenance

The Portrait of a Woman was painted by Frans van der Mijn in 1748 as an oil painting on canvas, created to depict a woman. It entered the collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it remains on display in the museum's gallery dedicated to Dutch portraiture. The work was commissioned as a private portrait and has been part of the museum's holdings since its acquisition, reflecting a continuous ownership chain from the artist to the institution.

Overview

Portrait of a Woman is a 1748 oil painting by Frans van der Mijn, featuring a female subject prominently displayed against a muted background, with a vibrant red dress as the central visual element.

Context

The work reflects 18th-century European portraiture trends, where subjects were often depicted in luxurious attire to signify social status. The use of chiaroscuro was a common technique during this period to add depth and emphasize the subject.