Woman with broad brimmed hat 1642

This etching, created in 1642 by Wenceslaus Hollar, depicts a woman with a broad-brimmed hat, rendered in a realistic style. The image is presented within a circular frame and the subject is presented in a three-quarter view, looking slightly to the left. The woman's face is rendered with detail, particularly the eyes and the folds of her clothing. This work is a fine example of Hollar's detailed and meticulous style. The etching's small size, measuring only 3 7/8 × 3 5/8 inches, reflects the popularity of small-scale portraiture in the 17th century.