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Portrait of Christina of Denmark, 1545 (oil on panel)
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Portrait of Christina of Denmark, 1545 (oil on panel)
ALM283402 Portrait of Christina of Denmark, 1545 (oil on panel) by Coxie or Coxcie, Michiel I (1499-1592); 71x55.6 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, USA; (add.info.: Christina (1522-90) Duchess of Milan; potential bride for Henry VIII; Regent of Lorraine; ); eAllen Memorial Art Museum; Mrs. F.F. Prentiss Fund; Flemish, out of copyright
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Black Dress Melancholy Mourning Clothes Sombre Widow Northern Renaissance
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Christina of Denmark, 1545" captures the essence of a remarkable woman from the Northern Renaissance era. Painted by Michiel I Coxie or Coxcie, this oil on panel masterpiece measures 71x55.6 cm and is housed in the Allen Memorial Art Museum at Oberlin College in Ohio, USA. Christina of Denmark (1522-90) was not only Duchess of Milan but also a potential bride for Henry VIII and Regent of Lorraine. Dressed in an elegant black gown with a somber headdress, she exudes an air of melancholy and aristocracy. Her half-length pose suggests both vulnerability and strength as she holds onto a book tightly. The artist skillfully portrays Christina's sorrowful expression, capturing her mourning clothes with meticulous detail. This painting stands as a testament to the artistic brilliance prevalent during the Northern Renaissance period. Through this portrait print, we are transported back in time to witness the life and struggles faced by powerful women like Christina within aristocratic society. The depth and complexity conveyed through Coxie's brushstrokes make it evident why this artwork has stood the test of time. As we gaze upon this image captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, let us appreciate not just its aesthetic beauty but also its historical significance as it immortalizes one extraordinary woman amidst an era defined by change and turmoil.
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