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Queen Mary II

Pieter Stevens van Gunst, after Jan Hendrik Brandon

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an upper body portrait of a woman facing slightly to the right. Her facial features include a softly rounded face, delicate eyebrows, and a serene expression. She has styled hair in an elaborate updo with cascading curls, adorned with strands of pearls. She wears a detailed gown with a low neckline, edged with lace, and a brocade-like texture. Draped fabric and embellishments further define her attire. She wears a pearl necklace and a long, single-drop earring. The frame surrounding her is intricate with a garland of flowers and acorns intertwined with ribbons. Crowns are depicted at the top corners of the frame, with a scroll at the bottom containing inscriptions. The portrait is set against a subtle background.

Artwork Details

Date
1694
Medium
etching with engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
7851 × 8646 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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