Queen Elizabeth

Francis Delaram

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman seated in an ornate position, looking directly at the viewer. She has high cheekbones, a straight nose, and thin lips. Her hair is styled in tight curls with a star-studded headdress. She wears an intricately embellished gown with a pleated ruff, puffed sleeves, and detailed lace. She holds a fan or plush object in her lap and other items in her hands. She wears jewelry and the background features swirling clouds or feathers and a coat of arms.