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Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange

Unknown 19th Century

1627

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange is a 1627 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1627 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man in fancy clothes, holding a feathered hat. Above his head, a crown and swirling text spell out his title. The edges of the print are decorated with more words and a coat of arms. The artist used fine lines and shading to show his face and the fabric folds. The text around him lists his many royal jobs. Next, check out how engraving works to create such sharp details.