Philip II, King of Spain
1585
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1585
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows Philip II, King of Spain, in a formal portrait. He's dressed in fancy clothes and has a serious expression. The artist put a lot of detail into the king's clothes and jewelry, which is interesting because it shows the king's wealth and status. The king's face is the main focus of the painting, and the artist used shading to make it look realistic. The background is simple, which makes the king stand out even more. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Sichem I, Christoffel van.
