Portrait of a Lady 1592 - 1890

"Portrait of a Lady" is an anonymous oil painting on canvas, housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark. Dated between 1592 and 1890, the work depicts a woman in a close-up portrait, wearing a pearl necklace and a simple dress, against a dark background. The artist's identity remains unknown, highlighting the importance of attributing authorship in art history. The painting demonstrates the enduring popularity of portraiture throughout centuries and is an example of the evolution of portrait styles over time.