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Catherine de Medici, Wife of Henry II of France

Johan Wierix

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a seated woman from the waist up, in front of a desk, with her hands clasped together just above the surface. She has a serious expression, downturned eyes, a prominent nose, and a rounded face. Her hair is styled tightly to her head and covered by a cap. She wears a dress with an elaborate ruffled collar, long sleeves, and a plain fabric bonnet. In the background, there are fluted columns and a landscape with a castle and hilly terrain. The scene is framed by an ornate border with detailed engravings.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9350 × 11540 px
Public Domain
Yes
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