Portret van Ebardina Sophia van Oost-Friesland 1700 - 1713

This engraving by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk depicts Eberhardina Sophia, Princess of East Frisia. It's a fine example of Baroque portraiture, focusing on the subject's dignified presence. Sophia is shown in an elaborate gown, her hand resting on a richly ornamented cloak. The work was created between 1700 and 1713, shortly before Schenk's death in 1711, and is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection. The inscription below the portrait identifies the subject and her lineage, highlighting her status and importance.