Artwork
Woman wearing a feather cap and veil
Woman wearing a feather cap and veil is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Ferdinand Bol. It dates from 1648 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Woman wearing a feather cap and veil is a 1648 oil painting by Ferdinand Bol, a Dutch artist known for his portraits and historical scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in a dark brown dress with lace trim, adorned with a feathered cap, veil, and gold chain. Her still pose and formal attire suggest a portrait of an individual, capturing the fashion and likeness characteristic of 17th-century Dutch portraiture.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, highlights the subject's face, collar, and hands, while the rest of the figure remains in shadow. This technique, influenced by Bol's study under Rembrandt, adds depth and emphasizes the subject's features.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, the painting is now held in the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ferdinand Bol (24 June 1616 - 24 August 1680) was a Dutch painter, etcher and draftsman.
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