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Queen Elizabeth

Willem de Passe and Magdalena de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a woman shown from the waist up, holding a scepter in one hand and an orb in the other. She has light-colored hair, a composed expression, and an elaborate gown with intricate patterns. She wears a large ruff collar, a crown with jewels, and jewelry. The background is a dark textured archway, and the text underneath reads "Elizabetha Regina."

Artwork Details

Date
published 1620
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7580 × 12030 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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