Artwork
Portrait of Anna Fredericx, wife of Jan Roose
Portrait of Anna Fredericx, wife of Jan Roose is an oil painting by Cornelis de Vos. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
About this work
Overview
Cornelis de Vos, a Flemish painter active in early‑17th‑century Antwerp, executed an oil portrait in 1622 of Anna Fredericx, the spouse of Jan Roose. The work exemplifies the portrait genre of the period and is presently part of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium collection.
Subject & Meaning
The sitter is shown seated, dressed in a dark gown trimmed with elaborate gold embroidery and a white lace collar. Her hair is arranged in a braided crown, and a ring rests on her left hand. The directness of her gaze, combined with the refined attire, suggests confidence and social standing within her domestic context.
Technique & Style
De Vos employs a smooth oil application that renders the textures of fabric and jewelry with subtle chiaroscuro. The background consists of a deep brown field that isolates the figure, while the delicate rendering of lace and embroidery reflects the artist’s attention to material detail, a hallmark of his portraiture.
History & Provenance
Created in 1622, the painting remained in private hands before entering the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. De Vos, known for his collaborative work with Peter Paul Rubens and for genre scenes, produced this portrait during a prolific phase when he catered to Antwerp’s mercantile elite.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cornelis de Vos (1584 - 9 May 1651) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman and art dealer.
Museum
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
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