Head of an Old Woman in a Bonnet by Unknown Artist. A portrait of an elderly woman facing slightly left, wearing a crisp white ruff collar and an intricate lace-trimmed bonnet.

Head of an Old Woman in a Bonnet

Unknown Artist

1600 · Oil Paint, Panel

A dignified early 17th-century Flemish portrait capturing the character and texture of age with remarkable detail.

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Where it works

A balanced artwork with steady presence in a warmer tonal register — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Library · Study · Office
Placement
Works well as a centered vertical note
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green, Rich brown

About the piece

This striking oil on panel portrait, attributed to a 17th-century Flemish master, depicts an elderly woman in formal attire. The artist demonstrates exceptional skill in the rendering of her starched ruff collar and the delicate lace of her bonnet, contrasting the sharp whites against a deep, dark background.