Catherine Manners, Duchess of Buckingham
1622
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1622
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait features a woman with short, wavy hair and a high neckline. She wears a ruffled collar and a dark dress adorned with lace and a brooch. The background is a dark, textured surface. The woman's attire and hairstyle suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The use of a dark background helps to focus attention on the subject. The level of detail and texture in this engraving is noteworthy, particularly in the rendering of the subject's clothing and hair. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this piece, consider exploring the work of Passe, Magdalena van de.