Joan of Aragon

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a woman with pale skin and light hair. She’s wearing a dark dress with a fur collar and a fancy hat adorned with jewels. Her sleeves have ribbons tied in bows, and one hand rests on her chest. The soft shading on her face makes it look almost three-dimensional. This effect is called *chiaroscuro*—a technique that uses strong light and dark contrasts. Look up chiaroscuro to see how artists like Caravaggio used it for drama.