Mary, Queen of Scots

Robert Gaywood

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a three-quarter view of Mary Stuart, Queen of Scotland. She is standing upright, facing forward with her arms crossed in front of her, clasping a crucifix against her chest. Her expression is calm, and her eyes are directed towards the viewer. She has distinctive facial features with arched eyebrows and a small, slightly upturned mouth. Her hair is styled beneath a decorative cap, topped with a crown that signifies her royal status. She is dressed in a dark, voluminous gown with elaborate lace ruffles around her neck, and a large cloak drapes over her shoulders. A chain with a cross is visible around her neck. The background is plain with horizontal lines, and the text "Mary Stuart Queen of Scotland" is inscribed at the bottom of the image.