James I of England and James VI of Scotland

About this work

This engraving shows a man in fancy 17th-century clothes—big fur collar, ruffled shirt, and a tall hat with feathers. He’s holding a scepter in one hand and a crown in the other, standing in front of a shield with a coat of arms. Behind him, there’s a throne and a small ship in the corner, plus some Latin words at the top. The tiny details, like the cross-hatching on his sleeves, make the fabric look real. This style was common in Romantic-era prints. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists create these sharp lines.