Charles II
1652
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1652
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Charles II is a 1652 ink by Hendrik Danckerts, a Baroque work, depicting louis xiv of france, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows Charles II. He's dressed in fancy clothes and looks serious. The detail that makes this work interesting is the way the artist used lines to create texture and depth in the king's clothes and face. The artist likely used this technique to make the king look powerful and important. The king's expression is also interesting, as it seems calm but also a bit stern. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: engraving.
