Louis XIII, King of France

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in fancy armor. His curly hair and mustache frame a serious face, and he wears a chain of office over his chest. Around his neck is a star-shaped badge, and his right hand holds a rolled-up paper or scroll. In the background, tiny scenes show soldiers and buildings, like a busy battlefield or city. The name at the bottom reads "LOVYS XIII.DV. NOM ROY DE FRANCE ET DE NAVARRE," which means this is Louis XIII, King of France. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the armor look textured. Want to know more? Try looking up engraving.