Who painted Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648)?

Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648) was painted by Unknown in 1590.

Where can I see Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648)?

Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648) is held by Alte Pinakothek.

What movement is Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648)?

Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648) is associated with Mannerism.

Artwork

Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648)

Unknown , 1590

Katharina, Tochter Karls III. von Lothringen (1573-1648) is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1590 and is held in the collection of the Alte Pinakothek. The oil painting portrays a young girl, identified as Katharina, daughter of Charles III of Lorraine (1573‑1648).

About this work

Overview

The oil painting portrays a young girl, identified as Katharina, daughter of Charles III of Lorraine (1573‑1648). She is shown in a richly decorated gown with gold‑and‑white swirls, standing before a dark backdrop. Her right hand rests on a small dog, and she wears an up‑do hairstyle, a necklace, and a crown, emphasizing her noble status.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait emphasizes Katharina’s aristocratic lineage through her attire and regalia. The inclusion of the small dog, a common symbol of fidelity, reinforces themes of loyalty and virtue associated with noble women of the period.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, contrasting illuminated areas of the dress and face with a deep, shadowed background. This handling of light creates a three‑dimensional effect, highlighting the intricate patterns of the gown and the texture of the fabric.

History & Provenance

The work is a portrait of a member of the House of Lorraine, a ducal family prominent in the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. No further details on its commissioning, ownership, or exhibition history are provided in the source material.