Corneille de Lyon: Portrait of a Woman - Crewneck Design
This design showcases a refined adaptation of Corneille de Lyon's iconic "Portrait of a Woman," a celebrated work of the French Renaissance. The artwork, meticulously reproduced, focuses on the essential elements of the original painting, celebrating its elegant simplicity.
Visual Elements & Composition
The design faithfully replicates the characteristic features of Corneille's style. The focal point is the subject's face, meticulously rendered to capture the subtle nuances of expression and the delicate details of the skin. Her gaze is poised and serene, conveying a sense of calm authority and social grace.
The subject is depicted in the traditional half-length format, a hallmark of Corneille's portraits. Her attire, rendered with exacting precision, reflects the fashion of 16th-century France. The high collar and elaborate headdress, often present in Corneille's female portraits, symbolize the sitter's wealth, status, and refined taste.
A dark, plain background, another key feature of Corneille's work, provides a stark contrast that draws the viewer's eye directly to the woman's face and attire. This minimalist approach allows the design to emphasize the sitter's personal character and the subtle elegance of her presentation.
Meaning & Symbolism
The design, like the original artwork, is a celebration of Renaissance values: humanism, refinement, and social status. It represents a portrait of a noblewoman, a symbol of beauty, wealth, and elegance during that era. The careful attention to detail in the depiction of the sitter's facial features and clothing further conveys the importance placed on individual identity and sophistication during the French Renaissance. This design is an ode to the artist's ability to capture these qualities with remarkable clarity and intimacy.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
