Who painted Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress?

Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress was painted by Corneille de Lyon in 1550.

Where can I see Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress?

Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress?

Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress

Corneille de Lyon , 1550

Portrait of a woman in a black velvet dress is a paint painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Corneille de Lyon. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

Corneille de Lyon's Portrait of a Woman in a Black Velvet Dress, circa 1550, is a portrait painting housed at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, a woman of apparent refinement, is depicted in a contemplative pose with folded hands, conveying an air of elegance and poise. Her attire—a black velvet dress with white ruffles, a decorated hat, and a necklace—suggests a certain social status.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases detailed rendering of the subject's dress, particularly the low neckline and puffy sleeves, characteristic of de Lyon's attention to textile detail. A dark background focuses attention on the sitter, highlighting the artist's use of contrast to emphasize elegance.

History & Provenance

Created around 1550, the work is part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, though specific details of its acquisition history are not provided here.

Context

This portrait reflects the aesthetic preferences of the mid-16th century, with its emphasis on refinement and the detailed depiction of luxury fabrics, common in European portraiture of the time.

Artist & collection

Artist

Corneille de Lyon

Corneille de Lyon was a Dutch painter of portraits who was active in Lyon, France, from 1533 until his death. In France and the Netherlands he is also still known as Corneille de La Haye after his birthplace, The Hague.