Artwork
Princess Isabella of York, Daughter of James II While Duke of York
Princess Isabella of York, Daughter of James II While Duke of York 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. This engraving depicts Princess Isabella of York, daughter of James II while he was still Duke of York.
About this work
Overview
This engraving depicts Princess Isabella of York, daughter of James II while he was still Duke of York. Created as a print, it showcases the subject in elaborate attire characteristic of the 16th century.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is shown wearing a high-necked, ruffled shirt and a long skirt, holding a small bird and a fan. Her hairstyle is an elaborate updo, and she is set against a background with swirling patterns.
Technique & Style
The engraving employs cross-hatching, a technique using tiny parallel lines to create shading, thereby achieving depth without the use of color. The artist's use of this method is evident in the subject's clothing and the background.
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