Portret van een vrouw met parels in het haar 1696

This watercolor painting, "Portret van een vrouw met parels in het haar" (Portrait of a Woman with Pearls in Her Hair), created in 1696 by Hendrick van Beaumont, is a fine example of portraiture from the Dutch Golden Age. The sitter, a woman of status, is depicted in a delicate pose, adorned with pearls and a richly embroidered dress, showcasing the elegance and refinement of the era. The subtle use of color and the detail in the woman's features convey a sense of realism and intimacy. The oval frame adds a touch of formality, common in portraiture of this time.