Artwork
Portrait of Henriëtte Maria (1609-1669), wife of Charles I of England
Portrait of Henriëtte Maria (1609-1669), wife of Charles I of England is an unspecified painting by John Hoskins. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.
About this work
Overview
This small, round portrait on cardboard is a depiction of Henrietta Maria of France, created around 1650 by John Hoskins. It is now held at the Rijksmuseum.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows Henrietta Maria, wife of Charles I of England, with a calm expression and a slight smile. She is dressed in attire characteristic of the period, including a white ruff collar and a dark green doublet.
Technique & Style
The painting is executed on cardboard, with visible signs of wear, including chipped paint and tiny holes around the edges. The background is a faded dark red, and the subject's clothing is rendered in detail, with a blue, patterned shirt and a necklace featuring small black beads.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Hoskins painted small, finely detailed portraits on vellum, cardboard, and parchment in the 1600s.
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