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: Many scholars have suggested the girl is Hendrickje Stoffels , Rembrandt’s longtime partner after the death of his first wife. However, Hendrickje would have been roughly 19 in 1645, leading some to argue the model appears too young.
The identity of the girl in the 1645 painting is a subject of centuries-old speculation, with theories often linking her to Rembrandt’s personal life: Sexy Girl (1645) mp4
The painting is famous for its effect, which creates a unique interactive "storyline" for whoever observes it: Rembrandt, Girl at a Window : Many scholars have suggested the girl is
: Due to her enigmatic expression and direct, "mesmeric" gaze, she is often compared to the Mona Lisa. Her slight smile and relaxed posture suggest a sense of intimacy and familiarity with the artist. Her slight smile and relaxed posture suggest a
: At various times, she has been romanticized as a "Jewish bride," a courtesan, or a biblical heroine. Most modern historians lean toward her being a servant girl, though her gold chains and "fantasy" clothing complicate this simple label. Breaking the Fourth Wall: Relationships with the Viewer