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Elizabeth, Queen of England

Simon van de Passe

1621

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Elizabeth, Queen of England is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Simon van de Passe
When & what style?: 1621 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait shows a woman with a regal, serious expression. She wears an elaborate headdress and a dress covered in jewels and lace. Her hair is curly and her eyes are cast downward. The engraving technique used in this portrait creates a detailed, textured look. The cross-hatching gives the image depth and dimension. The overall effect is one of grandeur and opulence. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.