Who created "Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in"?

Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in was created by Mary, Queen of Scots in late 18th–early 19th century.

When was "Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in" created?

This artwork was created late 18th–early 19th century.

What medium is "Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in"?

Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in is Engraving.

Is "Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in" in the public domain?

Yes, Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in 1570

Mary, Queen of Scots

late 18th–early 19th century

Medium

Engraving

Dimensions

Sheet (trimmed): 10 1/2 × 7 15/16 in. (26.6 × 20.2 cm)

Classification

Prints

Department

Drawings and Prints

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of Susan Dwight Bliss, 1958

Accession Number

58.549.477

Tags

QueensWomenMary Queen of Scots

Art Historical Context

This engraving, titled *Habit of Mary Queen of, in 1570*, captures a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of history's most enigmatic monarchs. Mary Stuart, Queen of Scots (1542–1587), is depicted in her attire from 1570, a period when she was imprisoned in England amid political intrigue and rivalry with Queen Elizabeth I. Attributed to Mary herself—likely reproducing her renowned embroidery work—this print highlights her skill in needlework, a refined pastime for noblewomen that doubled as a form of personal expression during captivity. Created as a late 18th- to early 19th-century engr...

Habit of Mary Queen of Scots, in 1570

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