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Queen Christina

Lucas Kilian

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraved portrait of a seated person. The person has distinctive facial features with a high forehead, arched eyebrows, a straight nose, and slightly parted lips. They have curly light-colored hair styled close to the head. The clothing is elaborate with a high lace collar, a gown with richly detailed sleeves, and a decorative pattern on the bodice. A brooch or decorative element is on the collar, and they are wearing a necklace. The background features ornate scrollwork, an inscription encircling the person, a crown, and decorative clouds above the head. Below the portrait is a panel with ornate script.

Artwork Details

Date
1634
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7420 × 12216 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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