Henry I of England

published 1618

Renold Elstrack

Associated Names
Renold Elstrack

Artist, English, 1571 - 1625

The image depicts a man shown from the waist up in a formal pose. He is holding a scepter in his right hand and an orb in his left. He has a beard and long hair, wearing a crown, robe, and sash with decorative elements. The portrait is surrounded by an ornate border with Latin inscriptions. The background features intricate patterns and heraldic symbols on both sides. Text below the image describes Henry I, including his titles, reign, and historical context.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 18 × 11.2 cm (7 1/16 × 4 7/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.607


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

William Salt Library [founded c. 1869], Stafford, (L.2259a). 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

Q65364890

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