Mary, Queen of Scots

Frans Huys

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-length depiction of a woman standing in a profile view facing left. She is poised elegantly, with her left hand hanging by her side and her right hand slightly raised. Her facial features are finely detailed, with a straight nose and a serene expression. Her hair is styled and adorned with a decorative headdress or headpiece. The woman wears a richly detailed dress with an elaborate pattern, accented with pearls or gemstones. A choker style ornament is visible around her neck. The scene includes a large curtain on the right side, suggesting an interior setting. At the top left, there is a diamond-shaped emblem with a lion topped with a crown.