“Portrait of a Young Woman” is an artwork by Hans Memling, dating approximately to the year 1480. This remarkable piece, crafted using oil on canvas, belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement. The artwork, which falls under the genre of portraiture, measures 43 by 18.5 centimeters.
The young woman in the artwork is depicted with a serene and contemplative expression, standing against a naturalistic background featuring lush, green trees. The subject’s attire is an elegant, deep red dress with intricate detailing, and she is adorned with a delicate necklace. Her poised hand holds a flower, further emphasizing her grace and refinement. The composition is framed within an archway, which subtly guides the viewer’s eye towards the detailed scenery beyond. Hans Memling’s meticulous attention to detail and his adept use of light and shadow in the artwork exemplify the exquisite realism characteristic of the Northern Renaissance.
