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Henry VII and the Family of Henry VIII in Whitehall Palace, by George Vertue, ink, 1720

Henry VII and the Family of Henry VIII in Whitehall Palace

George Vertue

1720

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque 18th Century

Dominant colour

Henry VII and the Family of Henry VIII in Whitehall Palace is a 1720 ink by George Vertue, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
George Vertue
When & what style?
1720 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This black-and-white engraving shows four people standing in front of a grand, carved frame. The two men on the left wear heavy robes and hats, one holding a scroll. The two women on the right stand close together, dressed in long, detailed gowns with ruffled collars. Behind them, the frame is packed with tiny carvings of faces, animals, and swirling patterns. The text in the image is in Latin, and the scene looks like a formal portrait meant to show power. The intricate details in the background suggest this was meant to impress. Look up engraving to see how artists like this create sharp, precise images.

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