Girl with a Candle

John Greenwood after Nicolaas Verkolje

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an upper-body view of a person leaning out of a window or opening a door. The person is leaning forward slightly, with one arm reaching out to hold the door and the other holding up a lit candle. The facial features are delicate with youthful and serene expressions, and the person has smooth, softly rounded cheeks and a slightly upturned mouth. The hair is styled neatly and tied back, with a ribbon or bow arranged atop the head. The clothing is layered and draped, consisting of a loose-fitting, deep neckline garment, with a shawl or outer garment featuring striped textures and voluminous sleeves. In the background, interior details are visible, such as wooden panels and a soft, dim light setting that complements the candlelight. The background is otherwise nondescript and dark, maintaining the focus on the figure and the immediate area around them.