Marie de Medici (?)

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper-half of a seated woman. She is upright, with one arm resting on a patterned surface, possibly a table. Her facial features are detailed, with a calm expression and high cheekbones. Her hair is styled in an elaborate, voluminous coiffure typical of the period depicted. She is dressed in richly detailed clothing with a high, lace-trimmed collar and ornate bodice. Around her neck hang multiple strings of beads, and she wears an intricate pendant piece. Her hand is adorned with rings and is poised gracefully. The background consists of a textured shading with a curtain on the left and an emblem or coat of arms on the upper wall to the right.