Artwork
Anne Dautri
Anne Dautri is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Anne Dautri is depicted in a black-and-white engraving portrait, characterized by meticulous details and a formal, oval-framed composition.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, Anne Dautri, is presented with attire and jewelry (high collar, pearl necklace, ruffled lace cuff) indicating high social status, reinforced by her title 'Royne de Fran. et de Nava' (Queen of France and Navarre).
Technique & Style
The engraving employs fine lines to achieve nuanced shadows and textures, particularly evident in the rendering of the subject's face and the intricate details of her collar.
Context
As a portrait of a queen, the work reflects the tradition of royal portraiture in early modern Europe, where such images served to convey dignity, status, and authority.
History & Provenance
Limited information is provided about the engraving's history and ownership history; however, the title suggests it may have been part of a series documenting European royalty.
Artist & collection
Artist
