Who painted Henry II?

Henry II was painted by Jean Morin in 1625.

Where can I see Henry II?

Henry II is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Henry II?

Henry II is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Henry II

Jean Morin , 1625

Henry II is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1625, this print depicts a portrait of Henry II. Executed on laid paper, the image combines three printmaking methods—etching, engraving, and stippling—to render the monarch’s features with considerable intricacy.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a hybrid approach: lines were incised by etching, sharpened through engraving, and softened with stippled dots. This layering of processes allowed for a nuanced texture, balancing crisp outlines with subtle tonal gradations typical of early‑Baroque print aesthetics.

Context

Jean Morin, a French painter and printmaker active in the early 1600s, is noted for experimenting with mixed techniques on a single plate. His work on this portrait exemplifies his broader contribution to the development of French Baroque printmaking, where technical innovation was prized.