Lady at Her Toilet c. 1650 - 1660

"Lady at Her Toilet" is an oil painting created by an anonymous artist in the Dutch Golden Age. The painting depicts a wealthy woman seated at a table, with a maid adjusting her hair. The scene showcases the luxurious lifestyle of the upper class, with an abundance of fine clothing, jewelry and other accoutrements. The painting, which is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s collection, likely depicts a moment in a woman's daily routine, emphasizing the importance of personal appearance in 17th-century Dutch society. The genre of the painting is known as "genre painting" and often depicts everyday life scenes. The painting's anonymous nature adds an air of mystery and intrigue, leaving viewers to contemplate the identities of the subjects.