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Anne of Austria, Wife of Louis XIII

Jean Picquet

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait showing the upper body of a woman from the shoulders up. She has a composed expression, delicate facial features, and short, wavy hair. She wears an elaborate garment with intricate patterns and a large, stiff lace collar. She has a beaded necklace around her neck and an ornate chain with a cross pendant. The portrait is encircled with text featuring her name and titles, and below the image is a block of text in a poetic format. The artwork likely uses an engraving technique due to the detailed line work and shading throughout.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1620-1650
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
5956 × 9208 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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