Seated Woman Facing Left, Holding a Flowering Branch

Probably Bolognese 15th/16th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of an engraved metal object. The engraved image depicts a figure wearing a dress sitting on a chair, holding a bird, surrounded by floral elements. The figure is set against a patterned background with detailed engraving that enhances the texture of the garment and the foliage. The object's borders are adorned with a simple, repeating pattern, and there are metallic rivets visible at the top. This piece features an attachment component at the bottom. The photograph captures the intricate details and craftsmanship of the engraving, highlighting the contrast between the polished metal and the darkened etched lines.