Noble Woman with Fan

Noble Woman with Fan

Jacques Callot

1622

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching portrays a noblewoman, her head turned slightly to the left as she gazes directly at the viewer. Her hair is styled in a bob, and she wears a lavish dress adorned with a large collar and puffed sleeves. A fan is held in her right hand, while her left hand grasps the folds of her dress. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement, characteristic of the Baroque period. The etching's level of detail and texture adds depth to the overall image. For more information on the artistic techniques used in this etching, explore the technique of etching.

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