Henrietta Maria (?)
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman with a serious expression. She wears a high-collared dress, a necklace with large beads, and a head covering that looks like lace or fabric. Her hands rest on a fan or piece of paper, and her hair is pulled back neatly. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, especially in her face and clothing. The background is mostly empty, keeping focus on her. Want to learn more about how artists like this made detailed prints using engraving.
