Engelse vrouw van stand met masker, kap en mof 1639 - 1707

"Engelse vrouw van stand met masker, kap en mof" (English woman of rank with mask, hood and muff) is an etching created between 1639 and 1707 by the renowned Czech artist Wenceslaus Hollar (1607-1677). This detailed etching depicts a woman standing in profile, wearing a luxurious cloak, a hood, and a fur-trimmed muff, and a mask that covers her face. The etching is a testament to Hollar’s mastery of detail, capturing the intricacies of the woman’s clothing and the subtle folds of her garments. This work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fascinating window into the fashion and social customs of the 17th century and provides a glimpse into the life of an aristocratic English woman.