Portrait of a Woman in a Leopard Cloak
1545
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1545
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This painting shows a woman wearing a leopard cloak. The cloak is draped over her shoulders, and she holds a rosary in her hands. She has a white head covering and a dark dress with a high neckline and white cuffs. The woman's face is serious, and she looks directly at the viewer. Her dark hair is covered by the white head covering, which is tied under her chin. The background of the painting is dark, which makes the woman stand out. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. You might want to look up more paintings by the artist, Jan Cornelisz Vermeyen.
