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Portrait of a Woman: oil on wood. Francis Pourbus the Elder (1545-1581) Flemish painter
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Size: 3924 x 4499 (7.5MB)
Date: 28th March 2014
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Portrait of a Woman: oil on wood. Francis Pourbus the Elder (1545-1581) Flemish painter
Portrait of a Woman: oil on wood. Francis Pourbus the Elder (1545-1581) Flemish painter. Seated woman in velvet gown, a ruff and white cap. Round her neck and wrists are goldchains. She holds the end of a heavy gold chain with a pendant and on her hands are gold rings set with precious stones
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16th Century Chain Elder Flemish Francis Gold Gown Hands Heavy Holds Jewelry Neck Painter Pendant Precious Rings Round Ruff Seated Sixteenth Century Stones Textile Velvet Wealth Wood Bourgeois Pourbus Wrists
EDITORS COMMENTS
This portrait by Flemish painter Francis Pourbus the Elder showcases the elegance and opulence of a wealthy woman in the 16th century. The subject, seated gracefully, is adorned in a sumptuous velvet gown that exudes luxury. Her attire is complemented by a ruff collar and a pristine white cap, adding to her refined appearance. The focal point of this painting lies in the exquisite jewelry adorning the woman's neck and wrists. Gold chains encircle her neck while she delicately holds onto an end of a heavy gold chain with an intricate pendant. Her hands are adorned with gold rings set with precious stones, reflecting her status as someone belonging to high society. Pourbus masterfully captures not only the physical attributes but also conveys the wealth and prosperity associated with this bourgeois woman through his meticulous brushwork. The attention to detail on every aspect of this artwork - from the texture of the velvet gown to the shimmering quality of each piece of jewelry - highlights Pourbus' skill as an artist. This portrait serves as a window into sixteenth-century fashion and societal norms, providing us with insight into both artistic techniques and cultural values during that era. It stands as a testament to Pourbus' talent for capturing beauty and preserving it for generations to come.
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