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The crisp folds and the subtle pin visible at the top demonstrate the artist's attention to detail. The sitter wears a dark dress with a V-neckline, revealing a chemise beneath. Her hands are clasped at the bottom of the frame, adorned with simple rings, which adds to the composed and modest presentation of the figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVan der Weyden was a master of oil painting, a medium that allowed for the layering of translucent glazes to achieve depth and luminosity. In this work, the soft light models the sitter's face, creating a gentle transition between shadow and highlight. The lack of environmental context focuses the viewer entirely on the individual, a common practice in portraiture of the period. The work is currently held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin. 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