Bust of an Old Woman in a Furred Cloak and Heavy Headdress

The artwork Bust of an Old Woman in a Furred Cloak and Heavy Headdress is a print created by Rembrandt in 1631. It is currently in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

The print showcases a bust of an elderly woman, her face etched with wrinkles and lines that speak to a life well-lived. Her gaze is directed downwards, adding a sense of quiet contemplation or perhaps melancholy to her expression. She is enveloped in a heavy, textured furred cloak, suggesting warmth and a degree of affluence. Her head is covered by a large, intricately detailed headdress, further emphasizing the woman's age and social standing. The artist's masterful use of etching creates a sense of depth and dimension, particularly in the rendering of the woman's clothing and the play of light and shadow on her face.