Portrait of Philips II, king of Spain
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
1650
unspecified
From the collection of Leiden University Libraries
This painting shows King Philips II of Spain in a formal portrait. It's presented as a marble memorial with a coat of arms above the image. The king's portrait is based on a work by Adriaan van der Werff. A French poem is written below the image, adding a touch of elegance. The artist's use of details like the coat of arms and the poem makes this work interesting. To learn more about the artist's style, look up the technique: sfumato.
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