Mary, Queen of Scots 1803

drawing, print

portrait

pencil drawn

drawing

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

coloured pencil

men

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Mary, Queen of Scots" is an 1803 engraving by Jean Rabel, a French artist of the late 16th century. The image depicts a portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots, in an oval frame surrounded by an inscription, "MARIA DEI GRATIA REGINA SCOTORUM," which translates to "Mary, by the Grace of God, Queen of the Scots." The engraving is a reproduction of a scarce print, and it is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This artwork is an example of portraiture, showcasing a historical figure.