Artwork
Jane Seymour, Queen of England
Jane Seymour, Queen of England is a watercolor painting by Nicholas Hilliard. It dates from 1593 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum. This miniature portrait on vellum, created around 1593, depicts Jane Seymour, the third wife of Henry VIII.
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Overview
This miniature portrait on vellum, created around 1593, depicts Jane Seymour, the third wife of Henry VIII. The artist, Nicholas Hilliard, was a prominent figure in the English court, known for his small, intricate portraits.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Jane Seymour, is shown wearing formal attire, including a black and gold dress and a pearl necklace, against a blue background with gold inscription. Her pale face and thin eyebrows are characteristic of the portrait's style.
Technique & Style
The portrait is executed in a style typical of Hilliard's work, with a round frame featuring a gold border and a black outer edge adorned with gold dots and hanging pearls. The use of vellum and the level of detail reflect Hilliard's skill as a limner and goldsmith.
History & Provenance
The painting is now part of the collection at the Nationalmuseum, having been created for the English court during the reign of Elizabeth I or James I.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Nicholas Hilliard (c. 1547 – before 7 January 1619) was an English goldsmith and limner best known for his portrait miniatures of members of the courts of Elizabeth I and James I of England. He mostly painted small oval…
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