Artwork
James I, King of England and Charles, Prince of Wales
James I, King of England and Charles, Prince of Wales is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Willem de Passe. It dates from 1618 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving, created by Willem de Passe in 1618, is a black-and-white print depicting two prominent figures of the time.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows James I, King of England, and his son Charles, Prince of Wales, alongside symbolic figures representing mortality and divine presence. The contrast between the royal figures and the skeleton highlights the transience of power.
Technique & Style
The detailed lines and shading in the engraving were achieved through a labor-intensive process of carving into a metal plate, a technique characteristic of engravings from this period.
Artist & collection
