Head and shoulders of a woman with a veil and diaphanous neckware 1645

Wenceslaus Hollar, a renowned Czech-born artist, created this etching in 1645. The artwork depicts a woman's head and shoulders, adorned with a veil and decorative neckware. Hollar’s masterful use of fine lines and hatching captures the intricate details of her attire and the delicate features of her face. This etching is a prime example of Hollar's skilled technique and his interest in representing the fashion and portraiture of his time. The artwork is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City.