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Queen Elizabeth

Robert White

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a woman seated in a regal pose. She faces slightly left with a composed expression. Her facial features are detailed, with arched eyebrows and a prominent nose. Her hair is styled with curls and a crown. She wears a ruffled collar and a richly decorated garment with intricate patterns. Her clothing suggests luxurious fabric and embroidery. In her right hand, she holds a scepter, and in her left, an orb. She wears multiple strands of pearls around her neck and other jewelry pieces on her clothing. The background features an ornate frame with Latin script and patterned designs. Below the image, there are inscriptions detailing historical information.

Artwork Details

Date
1681
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7647 × 11627 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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