Matrona Tiguriensis

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman dressed in traditional attire consisting of a long, dark gown with a light-colored garment underneath. She wears a large, elaborate ruff collar and a head covering that frames her face, leaving only her facial features exposed. The woman's hair is concealed under the covering. She has delicate facial features and carries a chain or string of pearls. The background is plain and includes text in an elegant script.