GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Though we do not know the name of its maker or sitter, we can draw certain conclusions about this painting based on close observation. The woman’s costly attire—a fur-lined jacket, white lace ruffs, and finely woven handkerchief, and abundant jewelry—indicate she belonged to a wealthy family. At the time, viewers would have associated this display of riches with the family crest shown in the upper left corner. In 16th-century German portraiture, the sitter’s status and lineage were of primary concern; paintings like this were often used to negotiate or celebrate marriages, or to reinforce a family’s stature.
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DMA label copy, 2018.
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Created 16th century
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General Description
Though we do not know the name of its maker or sitter, we can draw certain conclusions about this painting based on close observation. The woman’s costly attire—a fur-lined jacket, white lace ruffs, and finely woven handkerchief, and abundant jewelry—indicate she belonged to a wealthy family. At the time, viewers would have associated this display of riches with the family crest shown in the upper left corner. In 16th-century German portraiture, the sitter’s status and lineage were of primary concern; paintings like this were often used to negotiate or celebrate marriages, or to reinforce a family’s stature.
Excerpt from
DMA label copy, 2018.
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Notes
Created 16th century
Checked Piction
Questions from the end of the label: In what ways are portraits used today? Can you think of emblems or logos today that act as a contemporary version of a family crest?
Family Crest is not in object file.
Catalogue essays
Artist/designers
Cultures
Geography
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