Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots 18-18
anonymous
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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drawing
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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ink colored
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men
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This anonymous engraving, "Portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots," depicts the historical figure in an oval frame, wearing a ruff and a cap. The inscription below identifies her as "Marie Stuart, Reine de France et d'Ecosse," which translates to "Mary Stuart, Queen of France and Scotland." The artwork is a testament to the enduring fascination with Mary, Queen of Scots, and her tumultuous life as a prominent figure in British and European history. The engraving is a powerful representation of her reign, capturing her regal presence and serving as a visual testament to her complex legacy.
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