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Henry IV and Maria de Medici

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a close-up engraving of two people in profile. The figures are facing right, with the person in front appearing to be a man with a beard and curly hair. He has a stoic expression and wears an ornate outfit with a high collar and a decorative scarf or sash. The person behind him appears to be a woman with delicate facial features and styled hair adorned with flowers or a crown-like accessory. Both figures wear elaborate clothing, suggesting a noble or royal status. They are surrounded by an oval border with an inscription, and the background is a plain, light-colored surface with some visible texture and speckles.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
9833 × 10869 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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