Maria of Austria, Infanta of Spain

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image is an engraving of a portrait of a young woman. She is shown from the shoulders up, facing forward with a direct gaze. Her features include large eyes, a small nose, and a slightly pursed mouth. Her hair is light and curly, styled closely to her head, with a thin headband. She wears a garment with a lace ruff collar, intricate patterns, and textures. Around her shoulders are decorative elements. The woman wears earrings and the background has detailed hatching. The image is bordered by an oval frame with inscriptions in Latin.