Portret van Maria II Stuart 1688 - 1726

This anonymous engraving, *Portret van Maria II Stuart* (1688-1726), portrays Queen Mary II of England in an oval frame adorned with elaborate floral motifs. The queen is depicted wearing a regal gown, her face serene and dignified, and her hair styled in a fashionable, elaborate manner. Surrounding the central portrait are cherubs and symbolic elements, further emphasizing her royal stature. The work is a fine example of the engraved portraiture popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, a style often used to celebrate historical figures and significant individuals. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.