Artwork
The Woman with the Pear
The Woman with the Pear is a print by the Baroque artist Ferdinand Bol. It dates from 1651 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Woman with the Pear, a 1651 print by Dutch artist Ferdinand Bol, features a solitary female figure in opulent, exotic clothing, characteristic of Bol's frequent subject matter.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a woman seated by a window, holding a pear and wearing a loose dress, headscarf, and simple necklace, evoking a sense of quiet intimacy.
Technique & Style
Bol employs chiaroscuro, with soft shadows cast by light through the window, creating depth and lifelike qualities, particularly in the realistically rendered pear.
History & Provenance
Created during Bol's career as a student of Rembrandt, the print reflects his master's influence and is now part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ferdinand Bol (24 June 1616 - 24 August 1680) was a Dutch painter, etcher and draftsman.
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The Woman with the Pear