Artwork

Portrait of a woman

Portrait of a woman, by Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg, ivory, 1800
Portrait of a woman, by Gijsbertus Johannus van den Berg, ivory, 1800

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

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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