Sibyl with Column
1565
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
1565
oil
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
This painting depicts a woman dressed in a flowing yellow robe, with a green shawl draped over her shoulder. She stands beside a tall, slender column, her right hand resting on its surface. The woman's hair is styled in an updo, and she wears a serious expression. The painting is rendered in oil paint, with the woman and column set against a neutral background. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, with the woman's pose and expression conveying a sense of introspection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Lambert van Noort.