Louise Marguerite de Lorraine, Second Wife ofFrancois, Prince of Conti

Thomas de Leu

National Gallery of Art

The engraving depicts Louise de Lorraine, Princesse de Conty. She is facing the viewer with her head slightly turned to her right. Her facial features are delicate, with dark eyes and a small, slightly pursed mouth. Her hair is styled elaborately. She wears ornate clothing with a lace collar, intricate patterns, pearls, and matching earrings. The portrait is framed by text identifying her name and title. In the background are coats of arms in the corners, and the engraving is mounted on textured paper.