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Portrait of waarschijnlijk Wilhelmina van Pruisen (1751-1820)

Unknown , 1765

Portrait of waarschijnlijk Wilhelmina van Pruisen (1751-1820), by Unknown, unspecified, 1765
Portrait of waarschijnlijk Wilhelmina van Pruisen (1751-1820), by Unknown, unspecified, 1765

Portrait of waarschijnlijk Wilhelmina van Pruisen (1751-1820) is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1765 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This portrait on cardboard depicts a serene woman.

About this work

Overview

This portrait on cardboard depicts a serene woman. The artist has captured her gentle features and calm demeanor.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is likely Wilhelmina van Pruisen, identifiable by her pale skin, light gray hair, and elegant attire, including a pearl necklace and soft, draped dress.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft brushstrokes to achieve a smooth, luminous effect on the subject's skin and clothing, creating a sense of depth and subtlety.

Context

The use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes light and shadow to create depth, is evident in this portrait, drawing attention to the subject's face and shoulders.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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