Vrouw met grote stijve kraag en opgestoken haar, en profil 1642

"Vrouw met grote stijve kraag en opgestoken haar, en profil" is a 1642 etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a prolific Czech-born artist known for his detailed and meticulous engravings. The artwork depicts a woman in profile wearing a large, stiff ruff, a popular fashion accessory in the 17th century, and a fur-trimmed gown. The woman's hair is styled in a high bun, indicative of the fashionable hairstyles of the period. The etching's delicate lines and the use of stippling, a technique using dots to create shading, showcase Hollar's mastery of the engraving medium. The image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to Hollar's skill in capturing the elegance and fashion of the 17th century.