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Queen Christina

Attributed to Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a woman in a portrait, facing slightly to her right with a gaze towards the viewer. She has a long face, a prominent nose, and full lips, along with long wavy hair falling to her shoulders. She is wearing a gown with a low neckline, detailed around the bust area with lace or intricate stitching, and accessorized with a brooch and cross-lacing. She is also wearing a string of pearls or a beaded necklace. The portrait is within an oval frame, set against a background of closely spaced vertical lines. Below the image, there is text identifying the woman and the publisher.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1613
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8071 × 10864 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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