Artwork
James III, Prince of Wales
James III, Prince of Wales is an ink print by the Baroque artist Gerard Edelinck. It dates from 1674 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The print 'James III, Prince of Wales' is an engraving created by Gérard Edelinck in 1674. It is a formal portrait of James Francis Edward Stuart, the young heir to the British throne.
Subject & Meaning
The subject of the engraving is James Francis Edward Stuart, depicted in formal attire. The portrait adheres to the formal style characteristic of the period, presenting the prince in a dignified manner.
Technique & Style
Edelinck's engraving showcases the refined reproductive printmaking techniques prevalent in late 17th-century France. The precise rendering of the prince's face and clothing demonstrates the artist's skillful use of engraving techniques, typical of the time.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gérard Edelinck (20 October 1640 (baptized) – 2 April 1707) was a copper-plate engraver and print publisher of Flemish origin, who worked in Paris from 1666 and became a naturalized French citizen in 1675.
