Henrietta Maria
1669
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
Henrietta Maria is a 1669 ink by William Faithorne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman with curly hair and a high collar. She’s holding a fan in one hand and looks straight ahead with a calm expression. Below her, there’s a coat of arms with a crown and the words *Dieu et Mon Droit* ("God and My Right"). The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, which was typical for engravings of this time. This piece is a portrait, not a painting, so it’s made by etching lines into metal. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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