1552-1553 Catherine of Hapsburg, wife of King John III of Portugal, by Anthonis Mor (Museo del Prado - Madrid, Spain)

This is a well-known portrait of Catarina. This version has good resolution and color. 

From liveinternet.ru/users/leon_meusi/post424184538/. Also posted to her new Subalbum here.

1552-1553 Catherine of Hapsburg, wife of King John III of Portugal, by Anthonis Mor (Museo del Prado - Madrid, Spain) From liveinternet.ru:users:leon meusi:post424184538:

Her ear muffs are a 15th century holdover as is the very low waistline. The skirt is a barely expanded, almost a sheath, and not a fashionable cone.

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