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Frederick II, King of Denmark and Norway, by Hendrik Goltzius, ink, 1590

Frederick II, King of Denmark and Norway

Hendrik Goltzius

1590

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Frederick II, King of Denmark and Norway is a 1590 ink by Hendrik Goltzius, a Renaissance work, depicting Charles V, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Hendrik Goltzius
When & what style?
1590 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows Frederick II, King of Denmark and Norway. He's dressed in fancy clothes and has a big hat. The artist added lots of details to his face and clothes, which makes it interesting - the king's expression is very serious, and his clothes are intricately designed. You can learn more about the artist who made this, 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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