Maria van Reigersberg staande naast de boekenkist, 1621 19th century

This 19th-century engraving, "Maria van Reigersberg staande naast de boekenkist, 1621," depicts a woman in a simple, yet stylish, 17th-century outfit, with a chest of books beside her. Created by an anonymous artist, the engraving showcases the fashion trends of the period. The image is a testament to the enduring fascination with historical figures and their costumes, creating a window into the past. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale engraving, measuring 104 mm in height and 81 mm in width.