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Queen Elizabeth

Martin Droeshout

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman standing in a side view. She has a halo around her head and wears a crown. She has a composed expression with wavy hair styled away from her face, and is dressed in a long gown with patterns and a necklace. She stands next to a table with an open book and holds a scroll. Two angels hold a crown above her, with text that reads, "Many daughters have done well but thou surpassest them all." The background includes a medieval cityscape labeled "Woodstock," with towers and buildings, as well as clouds.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
2770 × 4369 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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