Woman with Mirror
1555
unspecified
From the collection of Rijksmuseum
1555
unspecified
From the collection of Rijksmuseum
A woman stands half-dressed, holding a mirror in her right hand. She looks straight at you, calm and unhurried. This painting is one of four that show ideas as women. She’s meant to represent *Prudentia*—wisdom or good judgment. The mirror isn’t just for vanity; it’s a symbol of looking inward. No one knows who painted her, but she feels real, not like a distant goddess. To see more figures like this, visit the Rijksmuseum.
