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Cives Hollandica

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing in a frontal position against a textured backdrop. The person has sharp facial features, medium-length hair covered with a headpiece or hood, and is wearing a dark cloak layered over a light dress with decorative elements. Visible underneath the cloak are fur-edged sleeves. The text in the image identifies the person as a "Citizen of Holland."

Artwork Details

Date
1643
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2547 × 3840 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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