Helena Leonora de Sieveri (Helena Tromper Du Bois) c. 1649s

Cornelis Visscher's etching, *Helena Leonora de Sieveri* (c. 1649s), portrays a woman in a three-quarter length pose, her hands clasped in her lap, dressed in a dark gown with a delicate lace collar and cuffs. The etching captures a sense of calm and dignity, highlighting the subject's refined social standing. Visscher (1628-1658), a Dutch engraver, produced numerous portraits and historical scenes, becoming a prominent figure in the art world of his era. This etching, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases Visscher's mastery in capturing realistic detail and subtle emotion.