Portrait of a Woman 1833

Willem Uppink's "Portrait of a Woman" is a 19th-century Dutch oil painting that depicts a woman in a simple, dark dress, seated at a table with a book in her hand. The woman's cap and lace collar suggest she was likely from a wealthy family. The painting is a fine example of Uppink's skill as a portraitist, showcasing the details of the woman's dress and the delicate rendering of her face. The background of the painting features a patterned wallpaper and a tall cabinet with a decorative glass dome atop it, suggesting a domestic setting. The artwork's intimate and realistic style made it popular with collectors in the 19th century.