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Portrait of a Woman

1590s

studio of Nicholas Hilliard

(English, c. 1547–1619)
Culture
England, 16th century
Medium
watercolor on vellum in original turned ivory case
Measurements
Diameter of frame: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.); Sight: 6.4 x 5.1 cm (2 1/2 x 2 in.)
Credit Line
The Edward B. Greene Collection 1949.545
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Location
Not on view
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A watercolor portrait miniature depicts a woman from the waist up, turned slightly right with her eyes looking at us. Against a blue background featuring a delicate lattice pattern, she has pale skin and curled reddish-blonde hair. She wears a wide lace ruff, a beaded necklace, and a black dress with intricate lace-work. Her right hand rests on her torso. The oval miniature is housed in a concentric-ridged ivory case.

Portrait of a Woman

1590s

Nicholas Hilliard

(English, c. 1547–1619)
England, 16th century

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