Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Woman
Unknown Artist
An elegant 17th-century portrait of a woman in traditional Flemish attire featuring a striking ruff collar.
Catherine Henriette de Balzac d'Entragues, Marquise de Verneuil
Unknown Artist
1601 · Oil Paint, Canvas
This stately portrait captures the refined elegance of a 17th-century noblewoman, featuring intricate lace detailing and a luminous complexion.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Dining Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well as a contained focal point
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green
About the piece
Dating to approximately 1601, this oil on canvas portrait depicts Catherine Henriette de Balzac d'Entragues, the Marquise de Verneuil. The work showcases the formal courtly style of the French school, emphasizing the sitter's status through her elaborate lace ruff and decorative pearl accents against a deep, atmospheric background.
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