Portrait of a Woman 1494

Albrecht Dürer’s “Portrait of a Woman” (1494), a masterful example of Northern Renaissance portraiture, is a silverpoint drawing on paper showcasing the artist’s meticulous detail and keen observation. The work, housed at the Kunsthalle Bremen in Germany, features a woman in profile, her elegant gown adorned with intricate patterns, reflecting the rich detail of the era. The artist captures the subject's subtle expression with striking realism, revealing Dürer’s ability to convey personality through nuanced lines and shadows.