King John of England
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
King John of England is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a man with long, curly hair and a beard, wearing a crown and holding a scepter in his right hand. He is dressed in a fur-trimmed robe and a cloak with a large collar. The background is a dark color, and there are some decorative elements around the edges of the image. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. His clothing and accessories suggest that he is a king or other high-ranking official. The overall style of the image is formal and dignified. This engraving is reminiscent of the work of Renaissance artists, who often created detailed and realistic portraits of royalty and nobility. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance movement.
