Portret van een dame 1929

"Portret van een dame" (Portrait of a Lady), a 1929 etching by Danish artist Peter Ilsted (1861-1933), is a striking example of portraiture. The etching depicts a woman in a dark dress with a delicate blue bow and a pearl necklace, her face illuminated with a subtle smile. The woman's intricate lace cap, adorned with a single pink flower, adds a touch of elegance to the composition. Ilsted's masterful use of line and shading create a sense of depth and realism, making the subject appear to leap off the page. This intimate portrayal is a testament to Ilsted's skill as a portraitist. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.