Portrait of a woman 1660 - 1677

Wallerant Vaillant's "Portrait of a Woman," painted between 1660 and 1677, captures the elegance and refinement of a young woman in a white gown, adorned with pearls and a red flower. The painting's rich detail and the subject's reserved expression are hallmarks of Vaillant's style, showcasing his mastery of portraying both inner and outer beauty. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's penchant for depicting individuals from prominent families, solidifying the sitter's social standing through the meticulous rendering of their attire and demeanor.