Artwork

Queen Henrietta Maria of England

Queen Henrietta Maria of England, by Unknown, 1650
Queen Henrietta Maria of England, by Unknown, 1650

Queen Henrietta Maria of England is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Queen Henrietta Maria of England is a portrait painted by an artist active in the 17th century. Created around 1650, it is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman, identified as Queen Henrietta Maria, dressed in a blue gown with gold trim and adorned with pearls. She holds a pink flower and leans on a chair, set against a dark background.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasts between light and dark, creates a striking effect. The subject is highlighted against the dark background, with detailed rendering of her face and hands.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known