Engelse vrouw van stand met vouwwaaier 1639 - 1707

"Engelse vrouw van stand met vouwwaaier" (English Woman of Rank with a Folding Fan) is an etching by the prolific Czech artist Wenceslaus Hollar, created between 1639 and 1707. Hollar was a master of etching, and his works are renowned for their detail and precision. This portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a woman of high standing in elegant attire. Her elaborate dress, pearl necklace, and the delicately rendered folding fan highlight the fashion and social customs of the time. Hollar's work is a testament to his ability to capture both the elegance and the individual character of his subjects.