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Portrait of Ernestine Yolande, Princess of Ligne, after 1618 (oil on panel)
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Portrait of Ernestine Yolande, Princess of Ligne, after 1618 (oil on panel)
5671999 Portrait of Ernestine Yolande, Princess of Ligne, after 1618 (oil on panel) by Ravesteyn, Jan Anthonisz. van (c.1570-1657); 63.5x53.4 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Ernestine Yolande (1594-1663) married Maurits Hendrik van Nassau-Hadamar ( 1626-79 ) Catholic half-brother of Johan Maurits of Nassau-Siegen.); Dutch, out of copyright
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Ernestine Yolande, Princess of Ligne" transports us back to the Dutch Golden Age. Painted by Jan Anthonisz. van Ravesteyn in the early 17th century, this oil on panel masterpiece measures 63.5x53.4 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Mauritshuis museum in The Hague, Netherlands. The subject of this exquisite artwork is Ernestine Yolande (1594-1663), a noblewoman who married Maurits Hendrik van Nassau-Hadamar, the Catholic half-brother of Johan Maurits of Nassau-Siegen. Dressed in opulent attire befitting her aristocratic status, Princess Ernestine Yolande gazes directly at the viewer with an air of regal confidence. Her luxurious costume features intricate lace details and she adorns herself with a tiara and an abundance of pearls and jewels that symbolize her wealth and nobility. A pearl earring delicately hangs from her ear while a pearl necklace graces her neck. The artist skillfully captures every detail - from the elegant ruff clothing around her neck to the orange blossom pinned to her chest as a signifier of fertility and prosperity. The painting also showcases Ravesteyn's mastery in capturing light and shadow through his use of vibrant colors. This portrait not only serves as a testament to Princess Ernestine Yolande's beauty but also provides us with a glimpse into the
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