Portrait of a Young Woman by Nicolaes Eliaszoon Pickenoy. A three-quarter length portrait of a young woman in 17th-century Dutch attire featuring an elaborate white ruff and a gold-embroidered bodice.

Portrait of a Young Woman

Nicolaes Eliaszoon Pickenoy

1632 · Oil Paint, Panel

A striking Dutch Golden Age portrait showcasing masterful lace work and rich textures against a moody background.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Olive green, Soft gray

About the piece

Painted in 1632 by Nicolaes Eliaszoon Pickenoy, this exquisite portrait is a definitive example of the Dutch Golden Age. The young woman is rendered with luminous precision, wearing a magnificent translucent ruff collar and an intricate gold-embroidered stomacher that highlights the artist's extraordinary technical skill in capturing fabric and light.