Old Woman Collection (#9)

Fisherwoman, 1880-1900. Creator: Marius van der Maarel
Fisherwoman, 1880-1900

Frederikke Eleonora Cathrine Rørby, née de Stockfleth (1773-1851).1848. Creator: Martinus Rorbye
Frederikke Eleonora Cathrine Rorby, nee de Stockfleth (1773-1851).1848

Woman in black, accompanied by two dogs, talking with two gentlemen, 1654-1655. Creator: Gesina ter Borch
Woman in black, accompanied by two dogs, talking with two gentlemen, 1654-1655

Ellen Roed, née Jensen, the artist's mother, 1849. Creator: Jorgen Pedersen Roed
Ellen Roed, nee Jensen, the artist's mother, 1849

Widow of Bagge the brandy distiller, 1760-1802. Creator: Jens Juel
Widow of Bagge the brandy distiller, 1760-1802

Old woman with broom, c.1880-c.1910. Creator: Anon
Old woman with broom, c.1880-c.1910. An old woman in frayed and patched clothing stands with a broom in hand

Older woman receives a boy, c.1880-c.1910. Creator: Anon
Older woman receives a boy, c.1880-c.1910. A boy with his arms out runs to an older woman, possibly his grandmother. A girl watches in the foreground. In the background is a woman, a dog and a goose

Neighborly Gossip, c.1880-c.1907. Creator: Bernardus Johannes Blommers
Neighborly Gossip, c.1880-c.1907

Old Woman by the Fireplace, c.1850-c.1875. Creator: August Allebe
Old Woman by the Fireplace, c.1850-c.1875

Two Ladies Examining a Little Painting, 1866. Creator: Alexander Hugo Bakker Korff
Two Ladies Examining a Little Painting, 1866

Taking a Nap, 1866. Creator: Alexander Hugo Bakker Korff
Taking a Nap, 1866

Vertumnus and Pomona, 1617. Creator: Jan Tengnagel
Vertumnus and Pomona, 1617

Portrait of an Old Lady, 1720-1750. Creator: Circle of Giuseppe Ghislandi
Portrait of an Old Lady, 1720-1750

Old Woman Reading, Probably the Prophetess Anna, 1631. Creator: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
Old Woman Reading, Probably the Prophetess Anna, 1631. Other Title(s): An old woman, probably Rembrandt's mother, Neeltgen Willemsdr van Zuydtbroeck (d 1640)

Woman Suffrage - Oldest Suffragette, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Woman Suffrage - Oldest Suffragette, 1917
Woman Suffrage - Oldest Suffragette, 1917

Interior of a Cobbler's Shop, c.1650. Creator: David Ryckaert III
Interior of a Cobbler's Shop, c.1650

Sunday Morning, 1865-1868. Creator: Hendrick Jacobus Scholten
Sunday Morning, 1865-1868

Sientje Nijkerk-Servaas at the age of 90, 1857. Creator: Jozef Israels
Sientje Nijkerk-Servaas at the age of 90, 1857

Neighborly Gossip, 1897. Creator: Jozef Israels
Neighborly Gossip, 1897

Old Man washing his Hands. (Allegory of "Water"), 1648-1651. Creator: Bernhard Keil
Old Man washing his Hands. (Allegory of "Water"), 1648-1651

The Old Woman and The Fool in a Window, c. 1480. Creator: Monogrammist b. g
The Old Woman and The Fool in a Window, c. 1480

Old Woman Mending at the Window, 1881. Creator: Max Liebermann
Old Woman Mending at the Window, 1881

Piety, 1823. Creator: Cornelis Kruseman
Piety, 1823

Woman Baking Pancakes, c.1790-c.1810. Creator: Adriaan De Lelie
Woman Baking Pancakes, c.1790-c.1810. Other Title(s): Old Woman making Pancakes

Randol, J.B. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1914 Dec. 3. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Randol, J.B. Mrs. portrait photograph, 1914 Dec. 3

Portrait of Cecilie Trier, née Melchior, 1885. Creator: Bertha Wegmann
Portrait of Cecilie Trier, nee Melchior, 1885

Portrait of an Old Lady, Possibly Elisabeth Bas, c.1640-c.1645. Creator: Ferdinand Bol
Portrait of an Old Lady, Possibly Elisabeth Bas, c.1640-c.1645. Other Title(s): Portrait of an Old Lady, possibly Elisabeth Jacobsdr Bas (1571-1649), Elisabeth Jacobsdr Bas (1571-1649)

Mitchell, Mary, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Mitchell, Mary, Mrs. portrait photograph, 1913

A Confidential Chat, 1661. Creator: Gerritsz Quiringh van Brekelenkam
A Confidential Chat, 1661

An Old Fisherman's Wife, 1874-1912. Creator: Anna Kirstine Ancher
An Old Fisherman's Wife, 1874-1912

Old Woman Meditating, c.1661-c.1663. Creator: Gabriel Metsu
Old Woman Meditating, c.1661-c.1663

Man with a fiddle in bad company, 1670-1700. Creator: Unknown
Man with a fiddle in bad company, 1670-1700. Copy after Jan Havicksz. Steen

Old Woman, 1655-1667. Creator: Moses ter Borch
Old Woman, 1655-1667

A Schoolmaster Reading Aloud a Letter to an Old Couple from Their Son Abroad, 1835. Creator: Moritz Unna
A Schoolmaster Reading Aloud a Letter to an Old Couple from Their Son Abroad, 1835

Mon pauvre azor qu'est mort!... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Mon pauvre azor qu'est mort!... 19th century. Whatever you want - My poor azor died!

Visiting the Sick, c.1646-c.1649. Creator: Michiel Sweerts
Visiting the Sick, c.1646-c.1649. One of the seven Corporal Works of Mercy

Old Woman Spinning, 1650-1660. Creator: Nicolaes Maes
Old Woman Spinning, 1650-1660

Unidentified woman, portrait photograph, between 1911 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Unidentified woman, portrait photograph, between 1911 and 1942

Life's Eventide, 1863. Creator: August Allebe
Life's Eventide, 1863. An old woman emerges from a basement apartment holding a steaming kettle and a ceramic bowl with hot coals

Merci, ma vieille, trop décrépite!... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Merci, ma vieille, trop decrepite!... 19th century. Thank you, my old lady, too decrepit!

Vous allez bien aujourd'hui, M'sieu Chapoulard?... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Vous allez bien aujourd'hui, M'sieu Chapoulard?... 19th century. Parisian Sketches - You are well today, M'sieu Chapoulard?

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Japan and Korea, 1908

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"Capturing the Essence of Wisdom and Time: The Old Woman" In the world of art, there is a fascination with capturing the beauty and wisdom that comes with age. From Old Mrs Ricketts to Anna Dummer Powell, these timeless masterpieces have immortalized the essence of old women throughout history. "The Man in the Chair, 1875 (oil on canvas)" portrays an elderly woman sitting comfortably in her chair, exuding a sense of serenity and contentment. Her wrinkled face tells stories untold, while her eyes hold a lifetime's worth of experiences. In "Comfort to the Corns, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving), " we witness an old woman seeking solace from foot pain. This humorous depiction reminds us that even in our golden years, life's little inconveniences can still bring laughter. "Dhumavati / Matangi, 1885-90" introduces us to an ancient Hindu goddess embodying both beauty and destruction. This portrayal reminds us that age does not diminish strength or power; it only enhances them. Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn's "Portrait of Aechje Claesdr" captures an elderly woman with grace and dignity. Every brushstroke reveals her resilience as she gazes confidently at the viewer—a testament to inner strength found within wrinkles and lines. Through "Saint Jerome, " we encounter an aged figure deep in contemplation—an embodiment of knowledge accumulated over time. His weathered features reflect his devotion to learning and understanding. The engraving "St. Christopher Facing to the Left" presents an older man carrying Christ across treacherous waters—a symbol of guidance amidst adversity. It serves as a reminder that wisdom often emerges from challenging journeys undertaken throughout one's life. In "Old Woman Asleep, " we observe tranquility personified on canvas—an image that invites reflection on restful moments earned after a lifetime spent navigating dreams and realities.