This work of exquisite quality in an excellent state of conservation shows, in barely more than a half bust, a portrait of a young lady with delicate and regular facial features, very evident in the harmonious definition of the eyes and brow ridges, the small, well-shaped nose, the thin, slightly open lips and the smooth forehead and perfect oval shape. Creating an appropriate frame for the marvellous face of the figure we see an elaborate hair style, tied in a braid pinned as a crown at the top of the head, supported by combs and clips that magnetically highlight the well-designed curly ringlets at the temples. In contrast to the face and hair, the lower part of the bust is rendered with greater simplicity, resulting from the “severe” linearity of the dress which, without decorative elements, completely directs the attention to the borders of the neckline and the straps.[…]

Excerpt from the Expertise by Prof. Sandro Bellesi.