Who painted Profile Portrait of a Young Woman?

Profile Portrait of a Young Woman was painted by Unknown in 1490.

Where can I see Profile Portrait of a Young Woman?

Profile Portrait of a Young Woman is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Profile Portrait of a Young Woman?

Profile Portrait of a Young Woman is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Profile Portrait of a Young Woman

Unknown , 1490

Profile Portrait of a Young Woman is a tempera painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. A tempera painting depicting a young woman in profile, characterized by serene and elegant qualities.

About this work

Overview

A tempera painting depicting a young woman in profile, characterized by serene and elegant qualities.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a young woman with braided, pearl-adorned hair and a red dress, gazing to the left with a neutral expression, set against a light blue sky with a dark architectural element.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of tempera achieves a sense of depth and texture, with notable detail in the subject's hair and clothing, contributing to an overall effect of refinement.