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King Richard I, by James Smith, ink, 1733

King Richard I

James Smith

1733

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

King Richard I is a 1733 ink by James Smith, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
James Smith
When & what style?
1733 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a serious-looking man in a crown and fancy robes. His face is framed by a decorative oval border with swirls and a crest at the bottom. Below, a smaller scene depicts ships and people on a shore. The name "K. RICHARD. I." is written under the portrait, hinting at a royal figure. The artist’s signature reads "Jas. Smith Sculp." in the corner. Look up etching to see how this detailed print was made.

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