Queen Elizabeth
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Renold Elstrack
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Queen Elizabeth is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman with curly hair and a stiff, fancy collar. She wears a necklace and holds a small object in her right hand. Around her head is a wreath with words like "ELIZABETH" and "REGINA" carved into it. The background is packed with tiny details—tiny crowns, flowers, and symbols. The artist used lots of fine lines to create shading, making her face look three-dimensional. If you like this style, look up engraving.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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