1740 First official portrait of Queen Elisabeth Christine Prussia by Antoine Pesne (The Collection of Friedrich II von Preußen Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Garten, Berlin Germany)

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I usually leave sharpness alone, after finding adding sharpness induces pixelation errors. This image was grainy so I reduced sharpness and brightened it a little to show the folds of her skirt.

1739ca. Elisabeth Christine Braunschweig-Bevern, Queen of Prussia by Antoine Pesne (The Collection of Friedrich II von Preußen) mod
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Elisabeth Christine’s dress appears to be an "open robe" with stomacher matching under-skirt in this Pesne from around 1739. She wears a lace modesty piece and engageantes. Sleeves are now tight, puffed sleeves are out. Her hair is presumably powdered - she was about 24 when this was painted.

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Jun 20, 2010 4:34 PM
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