Composite Image Depicting Actions of Henri IV, King of France, upon His Abjuration of the Protestant Faith

1594

German 16th Century

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German 16th Century

Artist

This is an engraving of an event inside a cathedral, with chaos depicted outside. The central focus is on the church's interior with columns and an altar. Inside, a gathering takes place, possibly a religious or ceremonial function. The architecture is gothic with arches and detailing. On the sides, scenes show conflict and chaos. The left side shows a skirmish or battle, with individuals in combat, and the right side shows fiery chaos. The engraving includes text.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Vincent Buonanno

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 22 × 27.1 cm (8 11/16 × 10 11/16 in.) trimmed within plate mark

  • Accession Number

    2023.41.11

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Vincent Buonanno, Providence, RI (Christie's lot 450, sale 2178 on June 12, 2009); gift to National Gallery of Art, 2023

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