The Sick Girl
1663
oil
From the collection of Mauritshuis
1663
oil
From the collection of Mauritshuis
This painting shows a young woman sitting on a bed, wearing a blue velvet dress with white trim and a white head covering. She looks down at her right arm, which is being held by a man in a black cloak and hat. A woman in an orange dress and white apron stands behind them, looking at the girl. The room is dimly lit, with a red curtain hanging on the left side. A small dog lies on a blue cushion on the floor. The atmosphere is quiet and intimate, with the three figures focused on the girl's arm. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and drama, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. Look up artist Jan Steen next.
