Who painted Portrait of a young woman?

Portrait of a young woman was painted by Master of the 1540s in 1541.

Where can I see Portrait of a young woman?

Portrait of a young woman is held by Art Gallery of New South Wales.

What movement is Portrait of a young woman?

Portrait of a young woman is associated with Mannerism.

Can I buy a print of Portrait of a young woman?

Museum-quality prints of Portrait of a young woman are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Portrait of a young woman

Master of the 1540s , 1541

Portrait of a young woman is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Master of the 1540s. It dates from 1541 and is held in the collection of the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created in 1541, is the work of the Master of the 1540s, an artist whose identity remains unknown. It is a portrait of a young woman and is held in the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted wearing a dark dress and a white head covering, with a rosary and a ring, suggesting a strong connection to her faith. The simplicity of her attire contrasts with the golden pendant on her rosary.

Technique & Style

The painting is executed in the mannerist style, characterized by its attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the subject's face and clothing. The dark background serves to emphasize these elements.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Master of the 1540s

The Master of the 1540s is a notname given to an unidentified artist who was active from 1541 to 1551. The identity of this artist was first brought up by Max Jakob Friedländer in 1936.