Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, and Edward VI
1597
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1597
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting shows three English monarchs: Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, and Edward VI. The artist painted them in a formal setting, which was common for royal portraits back then. This style of painting was often used to show the power and wealth of the rulers. Check out the technique of glazing to learn more about how the artist created the colors and depth in this painting.
