Artwork

Portrait of Maria Petitpas, second Wife of Johannes Wttenbogaert (Jan Uytenbogaert)

Portrait of Maria Petitpas, second Wife of Johannes Wttenbogaert (Jan Uytenbogaert) is an unspecified painting by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1637 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This portrait depicts a woman in formal attire, characterized by a prominent white ruff collar and dark clothing.

About this work

Overview

This portrait depicts a woman in formal attire, characterized by a prominent white ruff collar and dark clothing.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is Maria Petitpas, the second wife of Johannes Wttenbogaert. Her serious expression and formal dress suggest a dignified representation.

Technique & Style

The painting features dramatic lighting and a bold style, characteristic of the Baroque period. The artist's use of a plain dark background emphasizes the subject's features.

Context

The ruff collar, a fashionable element among the wealthy in the 1600s, is a notable aspect of the subject's attire, signifying her social status.