Portrait of a Lady 1550 - 1560

"Portrait of a Lady" was painted by Michele di Ridolfo, a Florentine artist active in the 16th century. This oil on panel painting, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a young woman with a refined air, her delicate features highlighted by the soft lighting. The subject's attire, with its rich red fabric and intricate black stripes, suggests her status and wealth, while the white fabric she holds and her elegant jewelry add a sense of refinement. Michele di Ridolfo's work is characterized by its precision and attention to detail, exemplified in this portrait.