Marcia 1513

"Marcia," painted by Domenico Beccafumi in 1513, is a portrait of a woman, possibly a contemporary of the artist, standing in a landscape. The figure is depicted in a soft light, with a gentle expression on her face, creating a sense of calm. Her attire, a combination of a white blouse and a green cloak, is simple yet elegant. The landscape setting, dominated by bare trees, adds a touch of melancholy to the scene, perhaps reflecting the somber mood of the portrait. The painting, now in the National Gallery, London, is a fine example of Beccafumi's mastery of portraiture and landscape painting.