Anne of Denmark, Queen of Scotland and England
1603
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1603
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows a woman with a serious expression, looking directly at the viewer. She has short, curly hair and wears a large, ornate collar and a dark dress with a patterned design. The woman's face is rendered in fine detail, with subtle shading that gives her features depth and dimension. Her eyes seem to hold a quiet intensity, drawing the viewer's attention. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of texture and volume, adding depth to the image. To learn more about this technique, explore the world of engraving.