Anne of Denmark, Queen of Scotland and England

Anne of Denmark, Queen of Scotland and England

Pieter de Jode I

1603

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

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.

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