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Portrait of a Woman, 1663. Creator: Pieter Nason
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Portrait of a Woman, 1663. Creator: Pieter Nason
Portrait of a Woman, 1663. This older woman, in lace collar, pearl necklace, and cut-stone earrings, holds open a fashionable pocket watch. The meaning is only clear when seen with Nason's portrait of her husband (Dulwich Picture Gallery, London), also dated 1663. The velvet curtain and the marble column reflect wealth, but the book and skull before the husband are to be "read" with the watch: the couple urges the viewer to look beyond simple pleasures that pass like the ticking of a watch and prepare for the death that comes to all
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This stunning 17th century portrait, entitled "Portrait of a Woman" by Pieter Nason, depicts an older woman of affluence and refinement. Dressed in the latest fashion, she wears a lace collar, a pearl necklace, and cut-stone earrings. In her hand, she holds open a fashionable pocket watch, inviting the viewer to ponder the passage of time. However, the true meaning of this portrait only becomes clear when paired with Nason's contemporaneous portrait of her husband, housed at the Dulwich Picture Gallery in London. In the husband's portrait, he is depicted with a velvet curtain and a marble column in the background, symbols of wealth and status. Before him lies a book and a skull, urging the viewer to look beyond the superficial pleasures of life and prepare for the inevitable reality of death. The woman's direct gaze and the rich textures of her clothing, from the velvet curtain to the intricate lace collar and tasseled sleeves, add to the overall sense of opulence and sophistication. The use of oil on canvas and the vibrant reds and deep colors further enhance the painting's visual appeal. This portrait is a testament to the artistic movement of the 1660s in the Netherlands, where the focus on individual portraits and the exploration of the human condition were at the forefront of artistic expression. With its thought-provoking symbolism and stunning visual detail, this portrait continues to captivate and inspire viewers today.
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