Who painted Half-figure of a woman with a beret?

Half-figure of a woman with a beret was painted by Rembrandt in 1643.

Where can I see Half-figure of a woman with a beret?

Half-figure of a woman with a beret is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Half-figure of a woman with a beret?

Half-figure of a woman with a beret is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of Half-figure of a woman with a beret?

Museum-quality prints of Half-figure of a woman with a beret are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Half-figure of a woman with a beret

Rembrandt , 1643

Half-figure of a woman with a beret is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1643 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

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Overview

Half-figure of a woman with a beret is an oil painting created in 1643 by Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, a prominent artist of the Dutch Golden Age. This work presents a woman from the waist up, dressed elegantly with a beret and fine jewelry. It is currently part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a woman positioned from the waist upward, her head subtly turned to the left as she meets the viewer's gaze directly. She is adorned in a dark dress, a white collar, and a gold necklace, complemented by a beret. Her right hand rests near her chest, and her overall presentation conveys a sense of refined composure.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil paint, the composition employs a dark, undifferentiated background to direct the viewer's attention solely to the subject. Rembrandt's skillful manipulation of light and shadow creates a nuanced interplay across the figure, enhancing the sense of three-dimensionality and adding depth to the woman's features and attire.

Context

Created during the height of the Dutch Golden Age, this portrait reflects Rembrandt's sustained interest in depicting individual figures. As a prolific artist, he explored various genres, including portraiture, throughout his career. This work exemplifies his characteristic approach to rendering human subjects with a focus on their inner presence and external dignity.

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Artist

Rembrandt

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.