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Nobilis Mulier Brabantica

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman in profile facing left. She is standing with her hands near her waist, her left arm wrapped around a large muff, while her right hand is not visible. Her face is obscured by shadows cast by her clothing. The woman is wearing a long dress with a textured fabric, and a head covering that conceals her hair. The outfit features lace-like detailing at the neckline. There are visible strands around her wrist that resemble beads or chains. The background is plain with a lightly speckled surface. The style of the image is illustrative, with attention to textures and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1649
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2408 × 3753 px
Public Domain
Yes
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