James I, King of Scotland
1603
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1603
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
James I, King of Scotland is a 1603 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a man with a serious face, dressed in a chainmail shirt and a crown. His beard is neatly trimmed, and he wears a cloak over his shoulders. The background is plain, focusing all attention on his face and the ornate border framing him. The text below names him as "Jacobus I, Rex Scotorum," which means James I, King of Scotland. The date 1603 is also included, likely when this image was published. Next, check out the technique: engraving to see how artists like this created detailed prints.
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