John Everett Millais and William Goleman Gantt painting style. Painted portrait of a young European woman dressed in the elaborate medieval attire of a twelfth-century noblewoman. A linen headscarf (barbet) completely covers her hair, forehead, neck, chin and shoulders. On top of the headscarf <barbet> is a veil, which completely covers the head, overhanging the forehead and descending below the shoulders. On the edge of the veil there is a delicate golden floral embroidery, which gives sophistication. On the head, on top of the veil, is a low crown with precious stones, creating a regal accessory. The ivory colored nun's gown is adorned with rich gold embroidery, including floral motifs and swirls on the bodice. A purple velvet cape with intricate gold embroidery falls from the shoulders to the floor, secured by a thin metal chain connecting round gemstone clasps on either side of the cape. The edges of the cape are decorated with a diamond pattern along the sleeves, complementing the intricate design of the dress. A lavender sash with a geometric diamond pattern cinches the waist, tied with a decorative knot with matching braided cord. A pearl necklace with a gold cross set with precious stones dangles from under a headscarf around the neck <barbette> and is visible over the dress. The woman has a straight, classical nose and rounded European facial features with an even, smooth chin. Her expression is calm and contemplative, her eyes are slightly downcast, but her head is held level, conveying a sense of grace and dignity. The lighting is soft and diffuse, emphasizing her features and the rich texture of her clothing, but not casting harsh shadows. This creates a balanced exposure with medium contrast and low saturation that emphasizes her figure. The background is a stone wall with an ochre-colored plaster on which are the heraldry of Aquitaine, Normandy, France, and England.