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Eleanora, Wife of Ferdinand II

Pieter van Sompel after Pieter Claesz Soutman

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a portrait of a woman from the chest up, framed within an oval decorated with intricate floral and foliage patterns. The woman is facing forward, showing her facial features. She has a smooth forehead, arched eyebrows, slightly turned eyes, a straight nose, and closed lips with a subtle curve. Her hair is neatly styled up, possibly held by a piece of jewelry, adorned with a small headpiece. She wears an ornate ruff around her neck and a detailed bodice with embroidery or jewels. The background features an ornate framework of carved design, including leaves, flowers, and swirls.

Artwork Details

Date
1640s
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3478 × 4932 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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