Woman with Pearls in her Hair by Ferdinand Bol. A half-length portrait of a woman with pearls in her hair and a thin golden chain, illuminated by soft light against a dark background.

Woman with Pearls in her Hair

Ferdinand Bol

1650 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An exquisite Dutch Golden Age portrait featuring luminous chiaroscuro and delicate detailing by Ferdinand Bol.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Warm beige

About the piece

Painted circa 1650, this evocative portrait by Ferdinand Bol showcases the artist's mastery of light and shadow, a skill honed while studying under Rembrandt. The subject is depicted with a soft, contemplative gaze, adorned with pearls and a simple golden chain that catches the light against her loose attire and the deep, atmospheric background.