Artwork

bust of woman

bust of woman, by Unknown, oil, 1493
bust of woman, by Unknown, oil, 1493

bust of woman is an oil painting by the Early Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1493 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This oil painting is a portrait of a woman, depicting her head and shoulders against a dark background.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting is a portrait of a woman, depicting her head and shoulders against a dark background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject has light brown hair pulled back, a pale complexion, and a neutral expression, accessorized with layered necklaces and a stiff collar adorned with pearls.

Technique & Style

The artist employed soft shadows to create a gentle, three-dimensional effect on the subject's face, a technique commonly used in portraits of the period.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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