Old Woman with a Basket of Coal 

"Old Woman with a Basket of Coal" is a painting by Peter Paul Rubens, a prominent figure in the Flemish Baroque movement. The scene depicts an old woman with a basket of coal, a young boy, and a man, all huddled together in a dimly lit space. The painting's dramatic chiaroscuro effect, with strong contrasts between light and dark, draws the viewer's eye to the central figures and the basket of coal, emphasizing the subject matter and adding to the painting's atmosphere of mystery and intrigue. While the precise date of the painting is unknown, its stylistic features align with Rubens's later works, showcasing his mastery of color, composition, and dramatic effects.