Who painted Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe?

Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe was painted by Anthony van Dyck in 1629.

Where can I see Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe?

Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe?

Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe

Anthony van Dyck , 1629

Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Anthony van Dyck. It dates from 1629 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

The Portrait of Sebilla van den Berghe is a 1629 oil painting by Anthony van Dyck, a prominent Flemish artist. It is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman, Sebilla van den Berghe, in a formal pose, dressed in a gold-and-brown gown with a white ruff collar and lace sleeves. A small dog sits at her feet, and she wears understated jewelry.

Technique & Style

The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, highlights the subject's face against the dark background. The artist's skillful handling of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and volume.

History & Provenance

Painted in 1629, the work is a product of van Dyck's mature period, following his training under Peter Paul Rubens and his establishment as a leading portraitist in the Spanish Netherlands.

Artist & collection

Artist

Anthony van Dyck

Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.

Museum

Bavarian State Painting Collections

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