Artwork
Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Robert Graves. It dates from 1836 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Queen Elizabeth is a print created by Robert Graves in 1836 using the engraving technique.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a portrait of a woman, likely Queen Elizabeth, adorned with ornate attire including a large collar, ruff, and crown, suggesting a representation of royal or historical significance.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved shading and texture through the use of fine lines, a characteristic method in engraving that allows for detailed representation without the use of color, creating a realistic appearance of fabric and other elements.
Artist & collection
