Portrait of Virginia de' Medici (1568-1615)
1596
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1596
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This portrait depicts a woman with dark, curly hair adorned with pearls. She wears a white ruffled collar and a dark dress, possibly black or dark blue, with gold accents. A pearl necklace and earrings complement her attire. The woman's gaze is directed slightly to the left, and her expression is neutral. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to accentuate the subject's features. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face and upper body. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up Giovanni Maria Butteri.
