Woman from the Bulgarian Coast 1700 - 1737

"Woman from the Bulgarian Coast" is a portrait painting by Jean Baptiste Vanmour, a prominent Flemish painter who lived from 1671 to 1737. The oil-on-canvas painting, measuring 39.5 cm in height and 31 cm in width, depicts a woman from the Bulgarian Coast, clad in a blue robe and elaborate gold jewelry. The painting, believed to be completed sometime between 1700 and 1737, showcases Vanmour's signature style of detailed portraiture, capturing the subject's unique features and attire. The painting offers a glimpse into the fashion and cultural practices of the Bulgarian people during the early 18th century, highlighting the importance of attire as a marker of social status and identity.