1620
oil
panel
From the collection of Mauritshuis
Portrait of Ernestine Yolande (1594-1663), Princess of Ligne is a 1620 oil by Jan van Ravesteyn, a Dutch Golden Age work, held at Mauritshuis.
This painting is a portrait of a woman, likely from the 17th century. She is dressed in elaborate attire, adorned with pearls and lace, and wears a crown on her head. The background is dark, which makes her stand out. The woman's face is the central focus of the painting, with her eyes looking directly at the viewer. Her expression is calm and serene, and her features are finely detailed. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. The level of detail and realism in this painting is impressive, making it a great example of the artist's skill. To learn more about the artist who created this work, look up Jan van Ravesteyn.
Jan Anthoniszoon (abbr. Anthonisz.) van Ravesteyn (c. 1572 – buried 21 June 1657) was a successful portrait painter to the Dutch court in The Hague.
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