Portrait of princess Anna de Medici

Portrait of princess Anna de Medici

Justus Sustermans

1647

oil

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting features a woman with curly brown hair, adorned with a blue bow on the right side. She wears a dark-colored dress with a white, off-the-shoulder top and a large bow at the chest. Her attire is complemented by a pearl necklace and dangling earrings. The woman's gaze is directed to the left, and her expression is neutral. The background of the painting is a solid brown color, which provides a simple yet elegant backdrop for the subject. The woman's portrait is rendered in oil paint, showcasing the artist's skillful use of the medium. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.

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