Elizabethan maternity wear is shown in this 1595 portrait. The dress of this expecting woman appears to be of dark material under a layer of gorgeous white lace or embroidered satin, possibly decorated with pearls. Her floating ruff also appears to be decorated with pearls. Detail-enhancement shows hanging sleeves not visible in many Web images.
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