Bovenlichaam van een vrouw c. 1663 - 1666

"Bovenlichaam van een vrouw" is an etching by Italian artist Giuseppe Maria Mitelli, created around 1663-1666. The piece depicts a woman's upper body, with a focus on the soft lines of her drapery. The work showcases Mitelli's skill at capturing detail and texture through the medium of etching. It is held in the Rijksmuseum and is a small work, measuring only 142 mm in height and 192 mm in width. Mitelli was a prolific artist, known for his engravings and paintings, often depicting mythological themes and classical figures. This work is a testament to his mastery of the human form and his ability to convey the nuances of both fabric and skin.