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Ancilla Argentinensis

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in profile facing left, with their right hand extended palm-up and left arm relaxed. The person has delicate facial features, a small nose, and is wearing a cap or bonnet that covers their head. They wear a long dress with a fitted bodice, long sleeves, and a waist-down garment resembling an apron. Their attire includes patterned textures and possibly a shawl or scarf around the neck. The person's footwear is not clearly visible. The background is plain with no visible jewelry.

Artwork Details

Date
1643
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2846 × 4204 px
Public Domain
Yes
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