This is an original painting of "The Blood Countess" Elizabeth (Erzsébet) Bathory (my interpretation ) 17th century Hungarian Countess Descended from one of the most ancient aristocratic families of Europe who bathed in the blood of young women to retain her gloriously creamy complexion. With over 600 victims, she was evil enough to be recognized as one of the original "vampires" who later inspired Bram Stoker to write the legend of Dracula -- but unlike Stoker's story, she was real.
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Robin McQuay 05 Mar 2006
you do really great at blood...looks so real! the hair is so pretty tooAnonymous Guest 04 Aug 2005
Gorgeous. FourMagicktim linville 17 May 2005
Creepy story!I never heard of her.Love this spooky style,Dawn!Renee Nemerov 26 Apr 2005
Skillful work!Leah Jaarveth 26 Apr 2005
very enjoyable piece!stephanie atlee 25 Apr 2005
Very gothic looking.