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Anna, Wife of Matthias, Roman Emperor

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts the upper half of a woman's body. She is seated, facing forward with her body slightly turned to the side. Her facial features include a prominent forehead, delicately arched eyebrows, expressive eyes, a small straight nose, and subtly upturned lips. Her hair is styled back and held in place by an ornate crown or headpiece with floral motifs. The hair is gathered in a smooth fashion at the back. She wears a high-collared garment with a ruffled lace collar and intricate patterns with small floral designs. The background is a textured, dark oval frame with a lightly detailed border. An inscription identifies her as a noble of Austrian and Roman background.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8394 × 10324 px
Public Domain
Yes
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