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Prince Rupert (?), by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850

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Overview

Prince Rupert (?) is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, depicting Louis Xiv of France, 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 man who might be Prince Rupert. He's dressed in old-fashioned clothes and has a big hat. The details in this etching are interesting because they suggest the artist paid close attention to texture and pattern. The artist used a lot of lines to create shading and depth. This technique gives the picture a detailed, intricate look. You can learn more about this kind of art by looking into the technique: etching.

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