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Charlotte of Bourbon, by Hendrik Goltzius, ink, 1581

Charlotte of Bourbon

Hendrik Goltzius

1581

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Charlotte of Bourbon is a 1581 ink by Hendrik Goltzius, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Hendrik Goltzius
When & what style?
1581 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting is an engraving of a woman, titled Charlotte of Bourbon. The woman is wearing a ruffled collar and a dress with intricate patterns, and she is holding a book in her lap. The background of the painting is a light color, which contrasts with the darker colors of the woman's clothing. The woman's face is turned slightly to the right, and her eyes are cast downward, giving her a contemplative expression. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she is wearing a necklace with a large pendant. The overall effect of the painting is one of elegance and refinement. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Goltzius, Hendrick.

About the artist

Portrait of Hendrik Goltzius
Artist

Hendrik Goltzius

Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.

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