Portrait of Machteld Bas by Unknown Artist. A three-quarter length portrait of a woman in a black gown with an elaborate white lace collar and cuffs, standing before a draped curtain and a stone balustrade.

Portrait of Machteld Bas

Unknown Artist

1650 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dignified 17th-century Dutch portrait featuring high-contrast tones and meticulous lace detailing.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character 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
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Deep burgundy, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Dating from around 1650, this striking portrait of Machteld Bas exemplifies the somber elegance of the Dutch Golden Age. The painting highlights the exquisite craftsmanship of the sitter's lace collar and cuffs, set against the deep blacks of her gown and a classical architectural backdrop.