(Dutch, 1590-1656) Noblewoman said to be Elizabeth, Queen of Bohemia, 17th century, unsigned, oil on panel, 29 x 23 in.; carved and gilt wood reverse-leaf frame, scattered light retouch, some flaking at associated surface checking (tiny splits), vertical joins evident in raking light; frame resurfaced with flaking. Notes: This portrait bears striking similarities to other portraits by Honthorst including #329 in J. R. Judon & R. E. O. Ekkart, Gerrit van Honthorst, 1592-1656, Davaco Publishers, 1999
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scattered light retouch, some flaking at associated surface checking (tiny splits), vertical joins evident in raking light; frame resurfaced with flaking