Elizabeth, Queen of England [right half]

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman with curly hair and a high collar. She wears a ruff around her neck and a necklace with big, round beads. Her face is calm, and the background is plain, keeping all the focus on her. The artist used tiny lines and shading to create depth in the fabric and hair. This kind of print was made from a metal plate, not painted on canvas. Check out how the artist used engraving to make this detailed portrait.