Mercatoris Parisiensis Vxor
1643
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1643
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching depicts a woman in a long dress with a shawl over her shoulders, standing with her left hand extended. She wears a large collar and a flower at her neckline. Her hair is styled in a bob with a center part. The woman's attire suggests a formal or ceremonial setting, and her posture conveys a sense of elegance and poise. This work is characteristic of the Baroque movement, which often featured elaborate and detailed depictions of subjects.
