Portrait of the Three Regentesses of the Leprozenhuis 

Ferdinand Bol's "Portrait of the Three Regentesses of the Leprozenhuis" is a group portrait of three women who managed a leper hospital in Amsterdam. The work exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age’s focus on realism and detail, portraying the women with a sense of dignity and gravitas. The composition features a strong central figure, flanked by two others, reflecting their positions of authority. The use of light and shadow emphasizes the figures' features and the richness of their attire, highlighting the social standing of the women. The painting offers a glimpse into the lives of individuals responsible for caring for the sick and marginalized in 17th-century Dutch society.