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Henry IV of France, by Matthis Quad, ink, 1584

Henry IV of France

Matthis Quad

1584

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Henry IV of France is a 1584 ink by Matthis Quad, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Matthis Quad
When & what style?
1584 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a portrait of a man with curly hair and a ruffled collar. He is wearing a fancy jacket with a high collar and a cloak over his shoulder. The background is dark, and there is a small crest in the top-right corner. The man's face is serious, and he is looking straight at the viewer. His hair is curly and unkempt, and his beard is neatly trimmed. He is wearing a fancy jacket with a high collar and a cloak over his shoulder. The background is dark, and there is a small crest in the top-right corner. The engraving technique used to create this portrait is impressive, with intricate details and textures that give the image depth and dimension. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.

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