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King James I

George Keller

1603

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

King James I is a 1603 ink by George Keller, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: George Keller
When & what style?: 1603 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait shows a man in elaborate attire, holding a sword and a globe. He wears a hat adorned with feathers, a cloak with intricate patterns, and a ruffled collar. The man's gaze is directed forward, and he appears to be in a formal pose. In the top-right corner, a crest bears the inscription "HONI SOIT QVI MAL Y PENSE," which is French for "Shame upon him who thinks evil of it." This phrase is the motto of the Order of the Garter, a prestigious British order of chivalry. The artist's use of cross-hatching and engraving techniques creates a detailed and textured image. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.