Painting style by John Everett Millais and William Goleman Gant. A painted portrait of a European woman dressed in elaborate medieval attire dating from the 12th century. A linen headdress <barbet> and <fillet> completely conceal her hair, forehead, and cover the woman's entire neck and shoulders. Above this is a linen kerchief <wimple> that completely covers her head, forehead, and falls below her shoulders. The edge of the linen kerchief <wimple> is fine gold floral embroidery, adding sophistication. The wimple is secured to her head by a low tiara with jewels, creating a regal accessory. Her attire consists of a long, closed ivory nun's gown with rich gold embroidery, including floral motifs and scrolls on the bodice. A purple velvet cape with intricate gold embroidery is worn over her shoulders beneath a <barbette> and wimple, reaching to the floor. The edges of the cape are decorated with a diamond pattern, complementing the intricate design of the dress, and are fastened at the top with a chain between two brooches. A lavender sash with a geometric diamond pattern cinches her waist, tied in a decorative knot with a matching braided cord. A pearl necklace with a prominent gold cross hangs from beneath the <barbette> over the dress. The woman has a straight, classical nose and rounded European features with a smooth, even chin. Her expression is calm and contemplative, her gaze slightly downcast but her head level, conveying a sense of grace and dignity. The lighting is soft and diffused, highlighting her features and the rich texture of her clothing without casting harsh shadows. This creates a balanced exposure with medium contrast and low saturation, emphasizing the figure. The background is a flat ochre wall with a bright medieval Romanesque fresco on the theme of religion and a bestiary.