Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anne Codde 1529
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Maarten van Heemskerck's 1529 "Portrait of a Woman, possibly Anne Codde" is an oil painting depicting a young woman spinning wool. The sitter's white cap, pearl necklace, and dark clothing suggest a woman of wealth. The realistic depiction of the spinning wheel and the woman's focused expression highlight the importance of domestic labor during this period. This painting is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and provides a glimpse into the lives of Dutch women during the early 16th century.
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A man is working on his accounts, while a woman is seated at a spinning wheel. This pair of portraits was probably painted for the couple’s engagement or wedding. He is portrayed as a prudent merchant, she as a diligent housewife. These are two of the earliest portraits of Dutch citizens.
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