Old World Portraits
Portrait of a Woman
Unknown Artist
A striking Dutch Golden Age portrait of a woman in a dramatic millstone ruff, dated 1645.
Portrait of a Woman
Unknown Artist
1625 · Oil Paint, Panel
An exquisite 17th-century portrait featuring a striking contrast between a voluminous white ruff and a deep, moody background.
$129
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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
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Dating from approximately 1625, this Dutch-style portrait captures a woman in traditional formal attire. The work is defined by the masterful rendering of the monumental millstone ruff and the intricate lace of her cap, set against a dramatic dark backdrop that creates a sophisticated, timeless presence.
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