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Queen Elizabeth

Unknown 19th Century

1850

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Queen Elizabeth is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a woman with a crown, wearing a ruffled collar and a cloak. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a serious expression. The engraving uses cross-hatching to create shading and texture. The woman's clothing and the background are detailed with fine lines. The engraving is a portrait of a queen, created using the technique of engraving. You can learn more about the Romanticism movement.