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Henry III of France, by William Rogers, ink, 1602

Henry III of France

William Rogers

1602

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Henry III of France is a 1602 ink by William Rogers, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
William Rogers
When & what style?
1602 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image is an engraving of a man standing in an arched doorway, holding a scepter in his right hand and a sword in his left. He is dressed in ornate clothing, including a cloak with a fleur-de-lis pattern, and has a crown on his head. The background of the image is a landscape with rolling hills and a cloudy sky. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The level of detail in the engraving is high, with intricate lines and textures that give the image a sense of depth and dimensionality. This engraving is a great example of the Baroque style, which was popular during the 17th century. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the work of other Baroque artists.

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