What was Anguissola's central approach to portraiture?
My approach was rooted in intense observation. I looked closely at my subjects, noting their gestures, their expressions, the textures of their clothing, and the play of light on their skin. It was through this meticulous attention to the visual world that I sought to reveal the truth of their presence. The subtle nuances, the fleeting glances, the way a hand rests—these are the details that speak volumes about a person's disposition and inner life. My skill lay in translating these observations onto the canvas with fidelity.
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