Louis XIII and Anna d'Austriche
1643
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1643
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white engraving of two people in fancy clothes. The man on the left wears a ruffled collar and a sword, holding a glove. The woman on the right has a pearl necklace and a lacy cuff, resting her hand on a wreath. Both are framed by ornate leafy garlands, with text below them. The tiny lines and shading create depth, making the fabrics look textured. This style was common in the 1600s for formal portraits. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
