1612
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Philip II of Spain on His Throne is a 1612 ink by Antonio Tempesta, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image depicts a man seated on a throne, wearing a hat and a long coat. He is surrounded by four men in similar attire, one of whom is holding a sword. The scene appears to be set in a room with curtains and a window. The man on the throne is the central figure, and the others seem to be gathered around him. The atmosphere is formal, with the men dressed in elaborate clothing. The style of the image is reminiscent of Baroque art, with its use of dramatic lighting and detailed textures. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.
Antonio Tempesta, also called il Tempestino (1555 – 5 August 1630), was an Italian painter and engraver, whose art acted as a point of connection between Baroque Rome and the culture of Antwerp.
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