Mary of Modena, as Duchess of York
1680
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1680
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Mary of Modena, as Duchess of York is a 1680 ink by Pieter van der Banck, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a woman in a long, fancy dress with ruffles and a high collar. Her hair is styled in loose curls, and she wears a pearl necklace. One hand rests on her hip, while the other holds a piece of fabric draped over her arm. Behind her, a decorative wall and a vase of flowers add detail. The text at the bottom names her as "Serenissima Principes Maria Beatricis Ducissa Eboracensis," which means she was likely a royal figure. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, giving the image depth. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one carved detailed prints.
Pieter van der Banck (1680–1680) was an artist.
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