The Miserly Old Woman
1625
unspecified
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
1625
unspecified
From the collection of Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden
This painting depicts an elderly woman dressed in a red jacket and headscarf, sitting at a table. Her right hand holds a small pouch, while her left hand grasps a coin. The table is cluttered with various items, including a candle, a broom, and a shelf with additional objects in the background. The woman's facial expression conveys a sense of concentration, as she carefully examines the coin in her hand. The dim lighting in the room adds to the sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a striking contrast between light and dark, drawing the viewer's attention to the woman's face and hands.
