Isabella Brant as Glycera

Isabella Brant as Glycera

Peter Paul Rubens

1618

unspecified

From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston

About this work

This painting depicts a woman in a red dress with a white collar, holding a bouquet of flowers. She is adorned with a pearl necklace and earrings, and her hair is styled in an updo. The woman's expression is calm, and she gazes directly at the viewer. The flowers in her hand are colorful and varied, adding a pop of color to the overall image. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.

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