Artwork

Infantin Anna (1601-1666), Königin von Frankreich, Bildnis in ganzer Figur im Alter von neun Monaten

Infantin Anna (1601-1666), Königin von Frankreich, Bildnis in ganzer Figur im Alter von neun Monaten is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Juan Pantoja de la Cruz. It dates from 1602 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum. This oil painting depicts Infantin Anna, later Queen of France, at nine months old.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting depicts Infantin Anna, later Queen of France, at nine months old. Created in 1602 by Juan Pantoja de la Cruz, it is a representative work of the Spanish court portraiture tradition.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown standing in a formal pose, dressed in elaborate attire, holding a bird on a string and an orange. These objects may symbolize innocence and vitality, contrasting with the formal setting.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Pantoja de la Cruz's attention to detail, evident in the embroidery on the child's cuffs. The use of a dark red curtain and a painted landscape on the wall creates a sense of depth and formality, characteristic of early Baroque portraiture.

History & Provenance

The painting is now part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection, having been created for the Spanish court in the early 17th century.