Lady with Ribbons on Curls

Lady with Ribbons on Curls

Wenceslaus Hollar

1646

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image presents a circular portrait of a woman, rendered in black and white. Her long, curly hair is adorned with ribbons, and she wears a pearl necklace. The woman's attire is not fully visible, but it appears to be formal, with lace details around her neck. The portrait is set against a plain background, which allows the viewer's focus to remain on the subject. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. This portrait is reminiscent of the work of Hollar, Wenceslaus, a master of etching during the Baroque period.

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