Elizabeth, Queen of England

Crispijn de Passe I

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait of a woman shown from the waist up. She is positioned facing forward with her head slightly turned to her left. She has a fair complexion and her facial features include prominent, expressive eyes and a delicate, slightly elongated nose. Her hair is styled in a tight, curly fashion, augmented by an intricate headpiece with decorative elements. She wears a lavish garment decorated with intricate patterns and adorned with pearls. A prominent lace ruff surrounds her neck, and the bodice of her dress is embellished with jewels. Her attire also includes puffed sleeves. She is wearing drop earrings and a necklace with a central jewel. The background features a detailed, circular frame with an embossed design, surrounded by Latin script. Decorative elements, including a crown and a floral motif, adorn the corners of the portrait.