Charles IX, King of France
1704
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1704
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows a man with a serious face, likely Charles IX, King of France. He's dressed in fancy clothes and has a big hat on. The details in his face and clothes are very precise. The precision in this portrait is interesting because it suggests the artist paid close attention to details. You can learn more about this type of art by looking into the technique: engraving.
