This is a copy from an original painted in 1773 by Etienne Aubry. Vestier copied the work at the beginning of his career, possibly as an exercise, or as a way to earn some money. The lady is represented in a very realistic manner, the painter has not tried to hide her age.

Provenance: bequeathed by the Founders, 1885

Object description
Type: Easel painting
Location: Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, County Durham
Material: Oil on canvas
Artist: Adriaen van Utrecht (1599–1652)
Date: 1631

Image Details
Date: 7 Feb 2025
Camera body: iPhone Xs
Lens: Wide Camera 26mm ƒ/1.8
Focal Length: 26mm
Aperture: ƒ/1.8
Shutter Speed: 1/25s
ISO: 500
Licensing: Image of a Bowes Museum asset. This image cannot be licensed.