Mulier Generosa Italica
1644
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1644
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white etching shows a woman in a long, flowing dress with intricate patterns. She wears a wide-brimmed hat and holds a fan in one hand. The lines are sharp, and the details in her clothing are very precise. The title at the bottom, *Mulier Generosa Italica*, hints she might be an Italian woman of some standing. The artist signed it in 1644, and the style looks like it belongs to the Baroque period. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
