An artwork on Galleree from Rijksmuseum.
About the artwork
Woman in a Large Hat, Caesar van Everdingen, c. 1645 - c. 1650h 92.2cm × w 81.7cm
Caesar van Everdingen
oil on canvas
Beneath the soft glow of a setting sun, a woman stands gracefully, her wide sunhat casting a shadow over her gentle features. The fabric drapes elegantly off one shoulder, reminiscent of the alluring shepherdesses painted by the great Dutch masters. In that delicate moment, she offers us a small basket brimming with ripe fruit, her gesture saturated with a silent, almost intimate invitation.
The artistry pulls us in, drawing our gaze towards her, as if we were meant to linger in her presence. Each element of the composition speaks to a time when such works adorned the height of rooms, perched above doorways and mantelpieces, a distant yet inviting gaze cast down upon those fortunate enough to walk beneath her.
Her eyes, deep pools of allure, seem to encompass the stories of the past, of admiration and desire woven into the fabric of her pose. We find ourselves captivated, suspended in a moment where art whispers the intimate tales of humanity, echoing through the ages.
About the artist
The Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands. We tell the story of 800 years of Dutch history, from 1200 to now. We showcase over 8,000 works of art, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh. In addition, we organize several exhibitions per year from our own collection and with (inter) national loans. In the Rijksmuseum you get to know the greatest works of art down to the smallest details.The artwork posted on this site is through the museum's public domain/CC0 data and does not imply endorsement.
Address: Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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