Staande dame met een grijze mantel 1703 - 1738

This watercolor drawing, created between 1703 and 1738, by Charles de Stoppelaer depicts a woman standing and wearing a grey cloak that covers her head. Her dress is visible beneath the cloak and is pink. The drawing is a portrait study of a Dutch woman from that period and provides insight into the clothing styles of the time. The composition is simple and focuses on the figure, which is placed in a minimal setting, characteristic of portraiture. The artist’s signature is visible in the bottom right corner. This artwork exemplifies Charles de Stoppelaer's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects.