This painting depicts a very young and beautiful woman. Judging from her hairstyle, clothes and jewelry, she is a nobleman. In the painting, she didn't look at us, but turned her head slightly, as if someone had unexpectedly appeared or suddenly spoken, which diverted her attention and made her interested.
The woman suddenly turned gently and eagerly and "broke" her original posture, appearing a little excited and anxious. She is holding a silver mink coat. This is a lively little beast. It is necessary to observe the small animals caressed by women in the painting at close range. Its smooth white fur and fierce and elegant triangular snout fully reflect Leonardo da Vinci's exquisite skills in studying and depicting natural animals and plants.
The introduction of the characters in the famous painting "The Woman with the Silver Ferret"
The woman with the silver mink is Chechilia Gallerani, about 19, 20 years old. At that time, she was the lover of Duke ludovico sforza and gave birth to a son for him. According to records, she went in and out of the court and had a close relationship with the Duke of Milan for several years.
In fact, the beast Cecilia held on her chest is a metaphor for ludovico sforza herself. 1488 was appointed King Diao by the King of Naples. In this painting, she just caresses the silver mink, which symbolizes the duke. She loves him, but she knows she can't marry him.