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Mulier Moguntiana, by Wenceslaus Hollar, ink, 1643

Mulier Moguntiana

Wenceslaus Hollar

1643

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Mulier Moguntiana is a 1643 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Wenceslaus Hollar
When & what style?
1643 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image depicts a woman standing in profile, facing right. She wears a dark dress with a ruffled collar and a long skirt, and her hair is styled in an updo. Her hands are clasped together in front of her. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a formal or dignified setting, possibly a portrait or a depiction of a noblewoman. The level of detail in the image implies a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. This image is reminiscent of the work of artist Hollar, Wenceslaus.

About the artist

Portrait of Wenceslaus Hollar
Artist

Wenceslaus Hollar

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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