James I and Anne of Denmark

About this work

This black-and-white engraving shows a man and woman standing side by side. The man holds a sword in one hand, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a patterned outfit with a fur trim. The woman sits on a cushioned chair, dressed in a high-necked, puffed-sleeve gown with a ruff collar. Both look serious, and the background includes a window with a view of a distant landscape. The text around them is in Latin, praising their virtues. The man’s coat of arms is visible on the wall behind him, and the woman’s gown has intricate embroidery along the hem. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.