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Prince Frederick Henry Bavaria, by Robert van Voerst, ink, 1616

Prince Frederick Henry Bavaria

Robert van Voerst

1616

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Prince Frederick Henry Bavaria is a 1616 ink by Robert van Voerst, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Robert van Voerst
When & what style?
1616 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting is a portrait of a man with curly hair and a ruffled collar. He is wearing a dark jacket with buttons down the front. The background is a solid color. The man's face is serious, and he is looking directly at the viewer. His hair is styled in loose waves, and his collar is made of lace. The jacket is adorned with intricate details, including buttons and embroidery. The painting is a detailed and realistic depiction of the subject. The use of cross-hatching and engraving techniques creates a sense of depth and texture. To learn more about the Renaissance movement, which this painting is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.

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