Portrait of a Young Italian Lady 1550 - 1599

"Portrait of a Young Italian Lady" is a 16th-century oil painting by Scipione Pulzone, a prominent Italian Mannerist painter. This half-length portrait depicts a young woman, possibly from a noble family, in an elegant and fashionable outfit. The sitter’s elaborate attire, featuring a lace collar and a striped dress adorned with pearls, reflects the sartorial trends of the time. The delicate details of the lacework and the soft, natural light lend a sense of refinement and beauty to the composition. The painting, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, is a testament to Pulzone's mastery of portraiture.