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Gentlewoman of Brabant
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Gentlewoman of Brabant

Wenceslaus Hollar · 1643 · etching; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Woman from Brabant, in profile to the left, with long hair on the shoulders. Shoulder collar with lace and a long veil (hood?) with 'houpette' on the head. The outer garment is gathered up to knee height, so that the undergarment is visible. Shoes with heels.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineMulier Generosa Brabantica / Gentle woman of Brabant. 1643. Wenceslaus Hollar. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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