The artwork titled “Portrait of 34-year-old Woman” was created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1516 in Germany. This Northern Renaissance piece is a tempera painting on wood and falls under the genre of portraiture. Presently, it is housed in the Kunstmuseum Basel in Basel, Switzerland.
The artwork depicts a woman of 34 years, attired in the fashion typical of the early 16th century. Her hair is covered with a coif, accessorized by a decorative band around the forehead. She wears a richly adorned, yellow garment with black trim, suggesting the attire of someone of considerable status or wealth. The background is dark, providing a striking contrast that draws the viewer’s focus to the woman’s serene yet somewhat aloof expression. The craftsmanship is meticulous, showcasing Holbein’s exceptional skill in realism and attention to detail, characteristic of the Northern Renaissance period.
