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Old Woman Praying by Matthias Stom

Old Woman Praying

Old Woman Praying

The Met

Artist: Matthias Stom(Dutch, Amersfoort?, born ca. 1599–1600, died after 1652 ?Italy)

Date: late 1630s or early 1640s

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on canvas

Dimensions: 30 5/8 x 25 1/8 in. (77.8 x 63.8 cm)

Credit Line: Gift of Ian Woodner, 1981

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Brief Description

Elderly person with a deeply wrinkled face, hands clasped holding a beaded string, lit by a candle

Detailed Description

An elderly person is depicted in a dark setting, illuminated by a strong light source on the left. The figure is shown in profile, facing left, with their head slightly bowed. Their face is deeply wrinkled, particularly on the forehead, around the eyes, and on the cheeks. The eyes are open and look forward. The nose is prominent, and the mouth is slightly open, revealing a few teeth. The figure wears a simple, light-colored garment, possibly a cloak or shawl, with a dark, possibly fur, collar around the neck. The sleeves feature bands of red and blue fabric. Both hands are clasped together at the center of the composition, holding a dark string of beads with visible beads. The hands are also wrinkled, with prominent knuckles. To the far left, a tall, dark object, possibly a candle holder or lamp, emits a bright, warm light that strongly illuminates the figure's face and hands, creating deep shadows elsewhere. The background is predominantly dark brown, with a vertical dark panel on the left side, partially obscuring the light source.

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