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Charles I as Prince of Wales, by Unknown, ink, 1601

Charles I as Prince of Wales

Unknown

1601

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Charles I as Prince of Wales is a 1601 ink by Unknown, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1601 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a man with dark hair and a serious expression. He's wearing a fancy collar and a dark jacket with intricate designs. The background is a mix of light and dark lines. The man's outfit and the style of the engraving suggest a formal portrait from a long time ago. The level of detail in the clothing and the facial expression implies that the artist was skilled at capturing realistic images. If you're interested in more art from this time period, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.

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