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Michaelina Wautier: Uncovering the Artist through Technical Studies

Lecture von Kirsten Derks, University of Antwerp Supporting program Michaelina Wautier, Painter | In english
Part of the cycle: Donnerstagabend im Museum

18.12.2025 - 19:00 - 20:00
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Kunsthistorisches Museum,
Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna
A woman with curly hair sits in front of an easel, holding a palette and brushes. She wears a dark, elegant dress with a light shawl. The background is dark, drawing attention to her focused expression as she prepares to paint.
Michaelina Wautier, Selbstporträt (Detail) | Self-Portrait (detail), um | c. 1650. © Private Collection

The artist Michaelina Wautier (c. 1614–1689) remains something of a mystery!
With few archival records about her life, it is her paintings that speak most clearly for her. By studying her works through technical examination, we can begin to uncover more about Wautier’s artistic practice and perhaps even her personality. These studies offer insights into how she worked and the circles in which she moved.

In her lecture, Kirsten Derks delves into the findings from the technical research undertaken in preparation for the exhibition Michaelina Wautier, Painter, on view until 22 February 2026 at the Kunsthistorisches Museum!

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Bassano Hall, 2nd floor
Maria-Theresien-Platz, 1010 Vienna

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