Portret van Maria II Stuart 1688 - 1711

This engraving, created by Dutch artist Pieter Schenk between 1688 and 1711, depicts a portrait of Maria II Stuart, Queen of England, Scotland, and Ireland. The artwork showcases the queen seated in an elegant pose, her attire adorned with intricate details, while a young African servant stands behind her, holding a basket of fruit. This depiction offers a glimpse into the power and authority held by the monarch, as well as the complexities of social hierarchies during the period. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and measures 342 mm in height and 251 mm in width.