Catherine de Medici, Wife of Henry II of France
1542
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1542
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Catherine de Medici, Wife of Henry II of France is a 1542 ink by Frans Huys, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a woman dressed in fancy clothes. She wears a crown, a fur collar, and a necklace with a big pendant shaped like a shield. Her hair is styled neatly, and the background is plain, keeping all focus on her face and the intricate details of her outfit. The text around the image names her as Catherine de Medici, wife of a French king. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the fabric and jewelry look almost three-dimensional. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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