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Queen Elizabeth

Francis Delaram

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person seated facing the viewer. The individual has an upright posture, with the head slightly turned to the left. The person has a high forehead, thin arched eyebrows, and full lips. The hair is styled in curls and adorned with a feather or ornament. The attire consists of a detailed gown with voluminous sleeves, a high lace collar, and embellishments like embroidery, pearls, and gemstones. Accessories include a necklace, pendants, a brooch, and gloves. The background features a celestial design with stars forming a halo around the head, and an emblem with a coat of arms, a lion, and a unicorn.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1630
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9168 × 12822 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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