Who painted Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II?

Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II was painted by Unknown 19th Century in 1850.

Where can I see Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II?

Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II?

Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II

Unknown 19th Century , 1850

Francis, Duc d'Anjou, Son of Henri II is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print is an engraving depicting Francis, Duc d'Anjou, son of Henri II. It is a black-and-white representation of the subject's face and shoulders, rendered in fine lines and shading.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving portrays Francis with a serious expression, curly hair, and a full beard. A crown on a pedestal and a banner with French text behind him signify his status and power, while a poem around the edges praises his authority.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved depth and detail through the use of fine lines and shading, creating a nuanced representation of the subject's face and the crown. The engraving technique involves building shadows with closely spaced lines.