Artwork
Isabella, Third Wife of Philip II of Spain
Isabella, Third Wife of Philip II of Spain is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hieronymus Cock. It dates from 1540 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving is a portrait of Isabella of Portugal, created by Hieronymus Cock in 1540. It is a black-and-white print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing intricate details.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is Isabella of Portugal, who married Philip II of Spain in 1543. The Latin inscriptions surrounding her identify her royal connections, referencing Spain and France.
Technique & Style
The engraving features a woman in ornate attire, with a ruffled collar and puffy sleeves. The level of detail achieved through engraving is evident in the intricate patterns on her clothing and the delicate rendering of her features.
History & Provenance
Hieronymus Cock, a Flemish artist and publisher, produced this work in his Antwerp workshop, which was known for its industrial-scale print production. Over 1,100 prints were produced during his lifetime, establishing his influence in northern European print culture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hieronymus Cock, or Hieronymus Wellens de Cock, (1518 – 3 October 1570) was a Flemish painter and etcher as well as a publisher and distributor of prints.
Isabella Clara Eugenie of Spain, Archduchess of Austria
Queen Elizabeth
H Beard Print Collection
Elizabeth, Princess, Wife of the Elector Palatine Frederick V, King of Bohemia
Isabella Clara Eugenia, Infanta
Marguerite de Valois, Wife of Henry of Navarre
Queen Mary I of England
Mariae, D.G. Angliae, Franciae et Hiberniam Reginae (Mary I)
Louise Juliana, Wife of Frederick IV
Charlotte of Bourbon