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Henrietta Maria

Unknown 19th Century

1850

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Henrietta Maria is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a woman with long, curly hair and a crown on her head. She is wearing a dark dress with a high neckline and a cloak draped over her shoulders. In the background, there is a cityscape with buildings and a bridge. The woman's face is turned slightly to the side, and she is looking directly at the viewer. Her expression is serious, and her eyes seem to be gazing into the distance. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. The woman's clothing and the background are rendered in intricate detail, giving the impression of a realistic portrait. To learn more about this style, look up the technique of engraving.