Portrait of a Woman

Unknown Artist

Associated Names
The image shows an upper body portrait of a person facing the viewer, with their head slightly turned to the right. They have delicate facial features, symmetrical eyebrows, large eyes, and a subtle smile. The individual has curly hair framing their face. They are wearing an elaborate garment with intricate patterns and a large lace ruff around the neck. A gemstone or medallion is displayed at the chest, possibly attached to a chain or clothing. The background is plain, with an oval frame surrounding the portrait, giving it an antique look.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on silk

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 4.7 × 3.8 cm (1 7/8 × 1 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1951.11.916


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1951.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65218085

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