Mary, Queen of Scots

Johann Leipoldt

National Gallery of Art

The image features a historical illustration of a woman standing. She is holding a cross-like object in her right hand and a staff with a fleur-de-lys design in her left. Her face has large eyes, slightly arched eyebrows, a straight nose, and a small mouth, framed by a decorative headdress. Her hair is styled in tight curls with an ornamented headpiece. She wears an elaborate garment with a high lace ruff collar, fitted bodice, ornate patterns, and three crowns above her head. The attire includes fur trimmings and detailed embroidery. In the background are heraldic symbols, including two shields with intricate designs. Latin text is inscribed below her portrait, indicating her royal heritage. The background is detailed with patterned lines for depth.