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Der Kuniginn (The Queen)

Hans Lützelburger after Hans Holbein the Younger

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a scene with three full-length figures and a partial figure in the background. A central figure is dressed in an ornate gown with puffed sleeves and a cinched waist, embellished with a necklace and a crown on her head. Her facial expression suggests movement or surprise. Her hair is styled to frame her face and head under the crown. She is flanked by two other female figures; the one on the left wears a hat with flowing ribbons and a similarly styled dress, while the figure on the right wears a detailed robe with a belted waist and holds a musical instrument. There is a partial figure visible behind these three, who also wears elaborate attire. In the background, an architectural structure featuring arches and decorative elements is visible, and behind it are trees and a cloudy sky.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1526
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
2418 × 3454 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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