Woman at her Toilet c. 1690 - 1715

Nicolaas Verkolje's "Woman at her Toilet" (c. 1690 - 1715) depicts a young woman attended to by two servants as she prepares for the day. One servant adjusts her hair while the other holds a mirror, creating a sense of intimacy and the daily rituals of the wealthy. The painting's subdued lighting, characteristic of Dutch Golden Age art, enhances the scene's intimate atmosphere. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a captivating example of Verkolje's mastery of genre painting, showcasing the everyday lives of the Dutch upper class.