Lady Digby, on her Deathbed 

Anthony van Dyck's "Lady Digby, on her Deathbed" is a poignant portrayal of a woman in repose, likely based on a real individual. Created during the artist's prolific career in the early 17th century, the painting captures a moment of quiet contemplation and finality. The soft lighting and delicate brushwork of the artist, known for his portraits of the British aristocracy, emphasize the fragility of the subject. The composition, with the woman lying in a bed draped in luxurious velvet, creates an intimate and contemplative atmosphere, suggesting a moment of quiet contemplation.