Who painted Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673)?

Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673) was painted by Conrad Meyer in 1661.

Where can I see Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673)?

Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673) is held by National Galleries Scotland.

What movement is Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673)?

Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673) is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673)

Conrad Meyer , 1661

Elisabeth Locher, Mrs Hans Konrad Heidegger (1616 - 1673) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Conrad Meyer. It dates from 1661 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, created by Conrad Meyer in 1661, is a portrait of Elisabeth Locher, the wife of Hans Konrad Heidegger. It is now part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is depicted in 17th-century attire, with a somber expression and clasped hands, conveying a sense of dignity. Her direct gaze and formal pose suggest a representation of her character and social standing.

Technique & Style

Meyer's use of a dark background effectively highlights the subject's features, while her clothing and accessories are rendered in detail. The overall effect is a formal and subdued portrait, characteristic of Meyer's work as a portrait painter during the Dutch Golden Age.

History & Provenance

Conrad Meyer, a Swiss artist trained under Matthäus Merian, produced this work during his time as a portrait and landscape painter. The painting has been held in the Scottish National Gallery's collection.