Vrouw met een kaars 1734 - 1785

"Vrouw met een kaars" (Woman with a candle) is an etching by Dutch artist Jan Stolker. It was created between 1734 and 1785, showcasing a woman's profile in the dim light of a candle. The image is simple but impactful, highlighting the play of light and shadow on the woman’s face and the contrast between the dark background and the small, bright flame. Stolker, known for his portraiture and etchings, uses this piece to explore the intimacy of a solitary figure, illuminated by a single source of light, a common theme in Dutch Baroque art. The artwork is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.