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Elizabeth, Queen of England

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a bust portrait of a person facing forward, with a slight turn to their left. The person has a long, oval-shaped face with prominent cheekbones, a slightly downturned mouth, and large eyes. Their hair is styled with a crown and jewels. They are wearing a high-collared garment with lace ruffles around the neck, richly decorated with patterns, pearls, and gemstones. The person also wears an elaborate necklace with a decorative pendant. The background is simple and neutral, and the portrait is enclosed within an oval frame.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal
Dimensions
6087 × 7540 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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