Portrait of a Woman, thought to be Lucretia Boudaen (1616-1663), Wife of Jean Ortt and Second Wife of Christoffel van Gangelt 1640 - 1670

Jacob van Loo's "Portrait of a Woman, thought to be Lucretia Boudaen (1616-1663), Wife of Jean Ortt and Second Wife of Christoffel van Gangelt" is a classic example of 17th-century Dutch portraiture. Painted between 1640 and 1670, the painting depicts a woman in a dark dress with lace trim, her gaze direct and serious. The use of subtle lighting and realistic detail creates a sense of intimacy and depth. The woman's elaborate pearl jewelry and the fan she holds in her hand hint at her social status and refinement. This portrait, now located in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to van Loo's skill and the enduring legacy of Dutch Golden Age art.