Who painted Portrait of an Elderly Woman?

Portrait of an Elderly Woman was painted by Unknown in 1752.

Where can I see Portrait of an Elderly Woman?

Portrait of an Elderly Woman is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Portrait of an Elderly Woman?

Portrait of an Elderly Woman is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Portrait of an Elderly Woman

Unknown , 1752

Portrait of an Elderly Woman is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1752 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of an Elderly Woman, painted in 1752 by the artist known as 216_person, is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a seated older woman in a simple, darkened setting, drawing attention to her calm demeanor and the subtle play of light across her features and attire.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is depicted in a high‑necked dress trimmed with lace and wrist‑length ruffles, her hair neatly gathered and her hands resting together on her lap. Her expression is tranquil yet bears a hint of fatigue, suggesting a quiet dignity and the passage of time reflected in the soft shadows beneath her eyes.

Technique & Style

The painting employs a restrained palette and a chiaroscuro approach, using a dark background to accentuate the illuminated figure. Gentle modeling of light on the face and fabric creates a delicate, slightly muted atmosphere, while the careful rendering of lace and texture demonstrates the artist’s attention to detail.

History & Provenance

Created in the mid‑18th century, the portrait entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings at an unspecified date. Its attribution to 216_person has remained consistent, and the work has been displayed as an example of portraiture from that period, illustrating contemporary approaches to representing age and character.