So-called portrait of maria theresa of austria (1717-1780), but is probably a depiction of her daughter archduchess maria amalia of austria (1746–1804) (compare with images below). "in our canvas the royal highness is dressed in a formal dress, trimmed with lace and brocade, on her shoulders a red velvet cloak with an ermine lapel and many precious jewels, including rows of pearls that surround her neck and drop pearl earrings. She wears her hair tied up and held in place by a very rich pearl clasp, the same precious stones set in the brooch placed on the generous neckline of the dress. ". Date: 18th century. Dimensions: height: 42 cm (16.5 in); width: 33 cm (12.9 in). Medium: oil on canvas. Collection: Unidentified location. Workshop of Martin van Meytens - "Portrait of Empress Maria Theresa of Habsburg"
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