Artwork
Head of a Young Girl
Head of a Young Girl is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Jan Lievens. It dates from 1633 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
Head of a Young Girl is a portrait painted in oil by Jan Lievens in 1633. It is now held in the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young girl with dark hair, wearing a gray dress, gold necklace, and a small gold headband. She is shown looking to the left, her face rendered with soft, gentle lines.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro, with contrasting light and dark colors, creates a sense of depth and realism. The girl's features, including her large dark eyes and small mouth, are subtly detailed.
History & Provenance
Jan Lievens, trained under Pieter Lastman in Amsterdam, created this work after sharing a studio with Rembrandt until 1631. The painting reflects his early influences and style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jan Lievens (24 October 1607 – 4 June 1674) was a Dutch Golden Age painter who was associated with his close contemporary Rembrandt, a year older, in the early parts of their careers.
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