Artwork

Anne of Denmark, Queen of James I

Anne of Denmark, Queen of James I, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850
Anne of Denmark, Queen of James I, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1850

Anne of Denmark, Queen of James I 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

This engraving is a portrait print of Anne of Denmark, Queen of James I. It is a detailed representation of the queen.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Anne with short, curly hair, wearing an elaborate dress, ruffled collar, and ornate headdress. Her serene face and downward-cast eyes convey an introspective demeanor.

Technique & Style

The engraving features cross-hatching to create texture and shading, resulting in a detailed representation of the subject.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.