Engelse vrouw van stand met hoofddoek en mof by Wenceslaus Hollar

Engelse vrouw van stand met hoofddoek en mof 1638 - 1707

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pencil drawn

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photo of handprinted image

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light pencil work

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pastel soft colours

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ink paper printed

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pencil sketch

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light coloured

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white palette

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tonal art

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remaining negative space

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dress

"Engelse vrouw van stand met hoofddoek en mof" is an etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a Czech-born artist known for his detailed engravings and illustrations. This etching, dating from 1638 to 1707, portrays a woman of rank, likely from England, adorned in fashionable attire of the period, including a lace collar, a fur muff, and a stylish head scarf. The intricate details and realistic depiction of her garments and posture reveal Hollar's mastery of etching techniques. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, this work exemplifies Hollar's contributions to the art of portraiture and fashion illustration in the 17th century.

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