Gabrielle D'Estrees, Marquise de Montceaux
1590
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1590
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman with soft, rounded features and a high collar. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a necklace with large beads. The border around her is decorated with flowers and swirling patterns. The text at the bottom is in French, calling her a "flower of the world’s beauty." The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, especially on her face and collar. Check out how this was made using engraving.
