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Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), Wife of Jean Fourmenois, 1596. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
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Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), Wife of Jean Fourmenois, 1596. Creator: Gortzius Geldorp
Hortensia del Prado (d 1627), Wife of Jean Fourmenois, 1596
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Dutch Golden Age Gardener Gardening Horticulture Horticulturist Neck Ruff Nobility Noblewoman Ruff Wife Wives
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This exquisite 16th century oil painting, created by the renowned Dutch artist Gortzius Geldorp, captures the enchanting likeness of Hortensia del Prado, wife of Jean Fourmenois. The portrait, dated 1596, showcases Hortensia's elegant and refined aristocratic status with her stunning attire and intricate headdress. The vibrant colors and rich textures of her dress, adorned with delicate lace and embroidery, reflect the opulence and prosperity of the Dutch Golden Age. Hortensia's headdress, featuring a large, ornate netting known as a neck ruff, was a popular fashion accessory among noblewomen during this period. The ruff, which frames her face and enhances her elegant neckline, is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship of the era. Hortensia's identity as a gardener or horticulturist is not explicitly stated in the painting, but the presence of lush greenery in the background suggests a connection to nature and the natural world. This could be a reflection of her personal interests or the role of gardening in the aristocratic lifestyle of the time. The portrait of Hortensia del Prado, now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, is a valuable addition to the heritage of European art and a testament to the artistic prowess of Gortzius Geldorp during the Dutch Golden Age.
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