Francis II, King of France

Unknown Artist

Associated Names
The image displays a full-length figure of a person standing with one leg raised on a step. The individual is positioned dynamically with an open stance, as one foot is planted on the ground while the other rests on the step, bent at the knee. The person's head is adorned with a voluminous, textured headpiece or hair that curls and frames their face. The facial features are finely etched, showing defined eyes, a prominent nose, and pursed lips. Their clothing consists of a draped garment that covers the body loosely, with one arm partially visible. The fabric folds elegantly, creating a sense of movement. The background is a plain surface, with subtle lines suggesting depth, and there are shadows present that emphasize the figure's form. The image is a detailed engraving, capturing intricate lines and textures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 21.4 × 11.8 cm (8 7/16 × 4 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.481


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

W. B. Dukes [d. 1942], London, (L.2757a); (Sotheby, London, sale July 8, 1942, no. 112); Hermann Marx [d. 1948], Surrey, (L.2816a); (Sotheby, London, sale May 24, 1948, no. 165); Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65070693

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