Henry VI of England
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Renold Elstrack
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Henry VI of England is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a man in a fur-trimmed cloak and a crown, holding a scepter in his right hand and an orb in his left. The man's face is serious, and he looks to the left. A banner around the oval frame has the words "HENRICVS VI D G ANGLIAE FRANCIAE ET HIBERNIAE REX" written on it. The engraving is detailed, with intricate lines and textures that give it a sense of depth and dimensionality. The use of cross-hatching creates a range of tones and values, from the dark shadows on the man's face to the light highlights on his crown. The level of detail and craftsmanship in this engraving suggests that it was created by a skilled artist. If you're interested in learning more about the techniques used to create this piece, you might want to explore the technique of cross-hatching.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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