Young Woman in Profile (c. 1613)
Peter Paul Rubensc. 1613 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1640)
Specifications
- Year
- c. 1613
- Nationality / school
- Flemish
- Lifespan
- 1577–1640
About the artwork
"Young Woman in Profile" (c. 1613) is a work by Peter Paul Rubens. It is listed in the Drawings collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Background on Drawings: Drawings range from quick preparatory sketches to finished works in pen, chalk, charcoal, graphite, or wash. Because line carries so much of the effect, drawings tend to reward close looking at the quality of the mark. Historical background, c. 1613: In Japan the Edo period began in 1603, and in China the Qing dynasty took power in 1644, both bringing new patrons and styles. In the Dutch Republic, a prosperous middle-class market supported landscapes, still lifes, portraits, and scenes of daily life painted at a modest scale for the home.
"Young Woman in Profile" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. Drawings and sketches stand out through line clarity and a sense of the artist process, which makes them a natural fit for minimalist, monochrome, and graphic interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
Flemish, 1577–1640
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