Young Woman with a Red Necklace

Rembrandt van Rijn

Created:
Movement:
1650
Baroque
key Notes:
Baroque portraiture, Subtle chiaroscuro
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Dimensions:
Overall, with added strips, 8 1/2 x 7 1/4 in. (21.6 x 18.4 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Young Woman with a Red Necklace," attributed to Rembrandt and dated around 1650, depicts a young woman adorned with a striking red necklace, showcasing the artist's mastery in rendering texture and light. The painting is noted for its intimate portrayal and the subtle interplay of shadow and illumination, characteristic of Rembrandt's portraiture during this period.

Description of the work:

"Young Woman with a Red Necklace" by Rembrandt, dated 1650, is a small-scale oil painting measuring 8 1/2 x 7 1/4 inches, including added strips. The composition features a young woman depicted with a contemplative expression, her face softly illuminated against a dark background, while the titular red necklace provides a striking contrast to the subdued palette of her attire.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Young Woman with a Red Necklace