Old Woman Reading a Lectionary (or So-called Portrait of Rembrandt's Mother)

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"Old Woman Reading a Lectionary," also known as the "So-called Portrait of Rembrandt's Mother," is a celebrated painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Gerrit Dou. Created in 1631, this work is an exquisite example of Dou's fine painting technique and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with remarkable detail and sensitivity. The painting is often mistakenly thought to depict Rembrandt's mother due to the sitter's resemblance to women in Rembrandt's works; however, there is no definitive evidence to support this identification.

Measuring 37.5 by 29.5 cm, the painting is executed in oil on panel. It showcases an elderly woman, absorbed in reading a lectionary—a book containing a collection of scripture readings appointed for Christian worship on a particular day or occasion. The woman's face is illuminated by the light that falls on the pages of the book, highlighting her concentration and the texture of her wrinkled skin, which contrasts with the dark, subdued background. Her attire, including a white cap and a dark cloak, is rendered with meticulous attention to the textures of the fabrics and the play of light and shadow.

Gerrit Dou, a pupil of Rembrandt, was renowned for his small, highly detailed works, and this painting is a prime example of his mastery of the genre. His works are characterized by their smooth finish and the use of fine brushes, often employing a magnifying glass to achieve the high level of detail for which he is known. "Old Woman Reading a Lectionary" is a testament to Dou's skill in portraiture and genre painting, blending realism with a sense of intimacy and quietude.

The painting is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where it continues to be studied and admired for its technical brilliance and its evocative portrayal of a moment of private devotion. As a significant work from the Dutch Golden Age, it offers insight into the era's cultural and artistic values, as well as the techniques and stylistic preferences that defined the period's approach to painting.

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