Anne of Denmark, Queen of James VI of Scotland

published 1602

Unknown Artist

Associated Names
The image is an engraving of Anna Regina Scotorum, depicted in an ornate oval frame. She is shown from the upper body up, looking directly at the viewer. Her facial features are detailed, with a composed expression and distinctive cheekbones. She has styled high hair adorned with a jeweled piece resembling a crown or headpiece. She wears a richly decorated dress with a high lace ruff at the neck, featuring intricate patterns. A strand of jewels or beads adorns her neck. The background of the engraving is decorated with floral and scroll motifs in a detailed border.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving [first published, 1602)

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 24.2 × 16.2 cm (9 1/2 × 6 3/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1951.11.50


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, 1951.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65216497

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