The image shows an upper body portrait of a person seated in a formal and upright position. The person has curly hair adorned with a decorative headpiece or crown and wears elaborate attire with detailed patterns and a large ruff collar. Their facial features include high cheekbones, a strong nose, and a slight smile. The person wears dangling earrings and there is a decorated oval frame with text in the background, along with heraldic emblems in the top corners. The style of the image is illustrative and reminiscent of historical etchings from earlier centuries.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1600
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3479 × 4635 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original