1642
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Head of Woman Looking Right is a 1642 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a woman with long, wavy hair and a headscarf, gazing to the right. She wears a necklace and a garment with a low neckline, adorned with a decorative trim. The background is a subtle blend of light and dark tones. The woman's expression is calm and introspective, with a gentle curve to her lips. Her eyes are cast downward, adding to the sense of quiet contemplation. The overall mood of the portrait is one of serenity and elegance. The delicate lines and subtle shading in this etching evoke the refined style of the Baroque movement. To explore more works from this period, consider looking up the Baroque movement.
Wenceslaus Hollar (Czech: Václav Hollar (Czech pronunciation: ), German: Wenzel Hollar; 23 July 1607 – 25 March 1677) was a Czech engraver, etcher and painter.
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