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Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink, 1560-1569. Creator: Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Younger
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Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink, 1560-1569. Creator: Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Younger
Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink, 1560-1569. This young woman offers a pink (or dianthus, related to the carnation) to someone on her right, probably her betrothed. The sweet-smelling pink symbolized a young woman's hopes for marriage. At her waist is a gilded girdle, or belt, from which hangs a pomander, a pierced container for sweet-smelling herbs to combat the foul smells of crowded cities
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This exquisite portrait, titled "Portrait of a Young Woman with a Pink," was painted by Bartholomaeus Bruyn the Younger between 1560 and 1569. The young woman in the painting is depicted in a profile view, wearing elegant 16th-century apparel. She holds a pink flower, possibly a dianthus or carnation, in her left hand, offering it to someone on her right, likely her betrothed. The sweet-smelling pink symbolized a young woman's hopes and aspirations for marriage during this era. At her waist, the young woman wears a gilded girdle, or belt, adorned with intricate designs. Suspended from the girdle is a pomander, a pierced container for sweet-smelling herbs that were believed to combat the foul smells of crowded cities. The woman's neck is adorned with a ruff, a high, frilled collar that was a popular fashion accessory during the Renaissance. The painting, which is an oil on panel, demonstrates the influence of Mannerist art, a style that emphasized elongated figures, dramatic poses, and intricate details. The use of color and the single stem of pink in the foreground adds a touch of nature to the formal portrait, making it a captivating work of art from the sixteenth century. This portrait is a testament to the fashion, culture, and heritage of the time and is a must-see for any art enthusiast or history buff.
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