Artwork
Maria Anna of Neuburg, Queen of Spain

Maria Anna of Neuburg, Queen of Spain is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Eglon van der Neer. It dates from 1695 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Maria Anna of Neuburg, Queen of Spain is a portrait painted in oil by Eglon van der Neer in 1695. The work is housed in the Alte Pinakothek and represents the Rococo movement through its refined and decorative style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Maria Anna of Neuberg, Queen of Spain, in a lavish attire, emphasizing elegance and fashion. Her pose, holding a fan and an unspecified object, conveys refinement and composure, characteristic of van der Neer's approach to portraiture.
Technique & Style
Van der Neer employed soft, glowing light on the subject's face, contrasting with a dimly lit, shadowy background that includes a faint landscape and statue behind a red curtain. This chiaroscuro effect heightens the queen's prominence.
History & Provenance
Created in 1695, the painting is part of Eglon van der Neer's diverse oeuvre, which spanned portraits, historical scenes, and landscapes. It is currently part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Context
As a Rococo piece, the painting reflects the era's aesthetic values of delicacy, ornamentation, and the emphasis on the subject's emotional and social presence.
Legacy
While specific details on the painting's direct influence are not provided, it contributes to the broader legacy of Eglon van der Neer as a versatile Dutch painter of the late 17th century and the enduring appeal of Rococo portraiture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eglon van der Neer (1635/36 – 3 May 1703) was a Dutch painter of historical scenes, portraits and elegant, fashionable people, and later of landscapes.



















