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Portrait of Lady Elizabeth Howard, second wife to Algernon Percy, 4th Earl of Northumberland

Unknown

1639

oil

From the collection of Groeningemuseum

Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of Lady Elizabeth Howard, second wife to Algernon Percy, 4th Earl of Northumberland is a 1639 oil by Unknown, held at Groeningemuseum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1639
Where can I see it?: Groeningemuseum

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a woman, likely from the 17th century. She is dressed in an elaborate gown with a brown shawl draped over her shoulders and a white undergarment visible underneath. Her curly hair is adorned with a pearl necklace and earrings. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest that it may be from the Baroque period. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the painting. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate folds of the woman's clothing and the delicate features of her face.