A lady
1625
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting depicts a woman in a black dress with gold embroidery, standing in front of a dark background. She wears a white ruffled collar and holds a fan in her right hand. The woman's attire and the style of the painting suggest a formal portrait from the 17th century. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume, adds depth to the image.
