Vrouw op de rug gezien 1569

"Vrouw op de rug gezien" (Woman Seen from Behind) is an etching by Ferando Bertelli, dating from 1569, and currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The print depicts a woman from behind, wearing a voluminous cloak and hood, her face obscured. Her clothing, particularly the intricate pleating on her back, demonstrates the artist's attention to detail and interest in portraying the textures and folds of fabric. The composition, focusing solely on the figure against a simple background, creates a sense of intimacy and invites viewers to ponder the woman's identity and story.