Artwork
Portrait of a woman

Portrait of a woman is an ivory painting by the Neoclassicist artist Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This ivory portrait, created by Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg around 1800, is a representation of a woman. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted with curly hair, wearing a dark top with a V-neckline and gathered waist, gazing to the right. Her attire and demeanor convey a sense of refinement.
Technique & Style
The portrait is rendered on ivory, with a muted greenish-gray background that subtly contrasts with the subject's dark clothing, emphasizing her features.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg
Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg (1769–1817) was an artist, born in Rotterdam.









