Young Woman with a Pink

Hans Memling

Created:
Movement:
1490
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance portraiture, Symbolic carnation
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Dimensions:
Overall 17 x 7 3/8 in. (43.2 x 18.7 cm); painted surface 17 x 6 7/8 in. (43.2 x 17.5 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Easy
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Young Woman with a Pink by Hans Memling

Hans Memling, a prominent figure in Early Netherlandish painting, created "Young Woman with a Pink" in 1490 using oil on wood. This work exemplifies Memling's mastery in portraiture, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a serene, introspective quality. The painting reflects the artist's ability to capture the delicate interplay of light and texture, a hallmark of his style. Memling's influence extended beyond his lifetime, contributing significantly to the development of portrait painting in Northern Europe. His works were highly sought after by patrons across the continent, cementing his reputation as a leading artist of the 15th century. "Young Woman with a Pink" remains a testament to Memling's skill in rendering the human form with both realism and grace.

Description of the work:

Young Woman with a Pink by Hans Memling

Created in 1490, "Young Woman with a Pink" by Hans Memling is an oil on wood painting that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed realism and delicate portrayal of the subject. The artwork depicts a young woman holding a pink carnation, symbolizing love and marriage, and is housed in the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza in Madrid.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Young Woman with a Pink