The artwork titled “Portrait of a Lady” was created by Rogier van der Weyden in 1460. Executed in oil on panel, this piece belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement. It is a portrait genre painting, measuring 34 x 25.5 cm.
The artwork features a detailed and delicate portrayal of a woman dressed in traditional attire of the period. She wears a finely crafted headdress that drapes around her head and shoulders, lending an aura of elegance and sophistication. The lady’s serene expression is captured with meticulous brushwork, highlighting her gentle features and slightly parted lips. The hands, intricately detailed, are positioned in a modest and composed manner. A rich, dark garment is contrasted by a vibrant red belt adorned with an ornate buckle, signifying her noble status. The background is rendered in a deep, dark hue, drawing attention to the luminous figure of the lady, exemplifying the refined and intricate style characteristic of van der Weyden’s work during the Northern Renaissance.
