Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Lady
Nicolaes Maes
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait of a lady, featuring rich textures and a sophisticated, moody palette.
Portrait of a Woman in a Black Dress Seated in a Red Velvet Chair
Nicolaes Maes
1690 · Oil Paint, Canvas
An elegant 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring striking contrasts of deep red velvet and midnight black silk.
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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 · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Deep burgundy
About the piece
Painted by Nicolaes Maes around 1690, this masterful portrait captures a woman of status seated in a plush red velvet chair. The composition is defined by the rich interplay of textures—the soft lace of her collar, the sheen of her dark gown, and the heavy drapery behind her—while a small window reveals a twilight landscape, adding depth to the domestic setting.
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