Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Woman in a Black Dress Seated in a Red Velvet Chair
Nicolaes Maes
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring striking contrasts of deep red velvet and midnight black silk.
Portrait of a Lady
Nicolaes Maes
1684 · Oil Paint, Oak Panel
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait of a lady, featuring rich textures and a sophisticated, moody palette.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Library · Dining Room · Study
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green, Rich brown
About the piece
Painted in 1684 by Dutch Golden Age master Nicolaes Maes, this formal portrait captures a seated woman with refined poise. The composition is defined by the masterful contrast between the luminous white silk of her collar, the deep blacks of her gown, and the dramatic sweep of a crimson curtain in the background, creating a sense of timeless elegance.
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