1649
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Nobilis Mulier Anglica is a 1649 ink by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white drawing of a woman in a long, flowing dress. She stands sideways, holding a fan in one hand and a small object—maybe a glove or a handkerchief—in the other. The dress has a high neckline and tight sleeves, and the skirt flares out at the bottom. Her hair is pulled back neatly, and she looks calm, almost serious. The artist wrote *"Nobilis Mulier Anglica"* (which means "Noble English Woman") at the bottom. The drawing is made using a technique that creates fine lines and shading, giving it a detailed but slightly scratchy look. Want to see more? Check out etching to learn how artists like this made their marks.
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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