Who painted Portrait of a Woman?

Portrait of a Woman was painted by Frans Hals in 1643.

Where can I see Portrait of a Woman?

Portrait of a Woman is held by National Galleries Scotland.

What movement is Portrait of a Woman?

Portrait of a Woman is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Artwork

Portrait of a Woman

Frans Hals , 1643

Portrait of a Woman is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Frans Hals. It dates from 1643 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.

About this work

Overview

Portrait of a Woman is a 1643 oil painting by Frans Hals, a prominent Dutch Golden Age painter. The work is part of the Scottish National Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman standing against a dark background, dressed in attire typical of the era, with a high white collar and lace cuffs. Her clasped hands and slight smile convey a sense of serenity.

Technique & Style

Hals employed soft brushstrokes to capture the movement in the subject's hair and clothing, imbuing the still image with a sense of liveliness. This technique contributes to the overall feeling of vitality in the portrait.

Artist & collection

Artist

Frans Hals

Frans Hals the Elder (UK: , US: ; Dutch: ; c. 1582 – 26 August 1666) was a Dutch Golden Age painter. He lived and worked in Haarlem, a city in which the local authority of the day frowned on religious painting in places…