Mary, Wife of William II of Orange

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman holding a small child. She wears a fancy dress with ruffles at the neck and cuffs, and her hair is styled in soft curls. Behind her is a draped curtain, and she stands in front of a pillar with a decorative top. The artist used tiny lines to create shading and texture, making the fabric and hair look detailed. The text at the bottom names her as "Dna. Maria Helena Caroli," which likely means she was someone important. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists create images with just lines.