Charles II
1654
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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William Faithorne
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles II is a 1654 ink by William Faithorne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with long, curly hair and a mustache, wearing a large collar and a dark vest over a white shirt. The background is a dark oval shape, surrounded by a circular border with text. The man's face is the central focus of the image, with his hair and clothing framing his features. The text in the border is written in a formal, cursive script. The level of detail in the engraving suggests a high level of craftsmanship. To learn more about the artistic style of this portrait, look up the Baroque movement.
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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