Elizabeth I and The Remedial Herstory Project

HTF739819 Queen Elizabeth I, 'The Rainbow Portrait', c.1600 (oil on panel) by Oliver, Isaac (c.1565-1617); 128x102 cm; Hatfield House, Hertfordshire, UK; (add.info.: Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) queen of England and Ireland. Elizabeths holds a rainbow with the inscription "Non sine sole iris", "No rainbow without the sun", reminding viewers only the Queen's wisdom can ensure peace and prosperity. A jeweled serpent is entwined along her left arm, and holds from its mouth a heart-shaped ruby. Above its head is a celestial sphere. Her gown is embroidered with wildflowers and her cloak with eyes and ears.); REPRODUCTION PERMISSION REQUIRED; French, out of copyright PLEASE NOTE: Bridgeman Images works with the owner of this image to clear permission. If you wish to reproduce this image, please inform us so we can clear permission for you.