Portret van Antoinette de Bourignon after 1680

This engraving by Bernard Picart, created after 1680, portrays Antoinette de Bourignon, a 17th-century Dutch mystic and writer. The portrait, housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases de Bourignon in a somber pose, her face framed by a large hood. Picart's etching style, characterized by fine lines and delicate shading, lends a sense of depth and realism to the composition, capturing the subject's introspective demeanor. The ornate frame adds a touch of elegance to the artwork, further enhancing its historical significance.