Artwork
Portrait of Maria van Utrecht (c. 1552/53-1629)
Portrait of Maria van Utrecht (c. 1552/53-1629) is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Paulus Moreelse. It dates from 1615 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created by Paulus Moreelse in 1615, is a portrait of Maria van Utrecht. It is currently held at the Rijksmuseum.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Maria van Utrecht, is depicted standing against a dark background, wearing a dark brown dress and a large white ruff collar. Her hands are visible, with one resting on her chest and the other extended outward.
Technique & Style
The painting employs chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth. Soft light highlights the subject's face and collar, while the rest of the image remains shadowy, drawing attention to her features.
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