Artwork
Portrait of Maria Overrijn van Schoterbosch (1599/1600-1638)
Portrait of Maria Overrijn van Schoterbosch (1599/1600-1638) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Cornelis van der Voort. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This 1622 oil painting by Cornelis van der Voort is a portrait of Maria Overrijn van Schoterbosch, a member of a prominent Dutch family.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted wearing formal attire characteristic of the era, including a dark dress, lace cap, and simple gold jewelry, suggesting a representation of her social status.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a striking contrast between the subject's face and the dark background, highlighting the smooth rendering of her skin and clothing, particularly the white collar and lace details.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of significant cultural and artistic growth, this portrait exemplifies the development of portraiture in the Dutch Republic, to which van der Voort contributed through his individual and group portraits.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Cornelis van der Voort or van der Voorde (c. 1576 – buried on 2 November 1624) was a Dutch portrait painter, art collector, art appraiser and art dealer from the early 17th century who was active in Amsterdam. He…
