Mary of Modena by Willem Wissing. A regal portrait of a woman in an ornate dress, seated with a white cockatoo resting on her lap.

Mary of Modena

Willem Wissing

1685 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An elegant 17th-century portrait of Mary of Modena, featuring rich textures and a charming cockatoo.

$243

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Study
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Olive green

About the piece

Painted around 1685 by Willem Wissing, this striking portrait depicts Mary of Modena, wife of King James II. The work showcases the artist's skill in rendering luxurious fabrics and delicate features, accented by the unusual inclusion of a white cockatoo against a backdrop of classical architecture and a crown.