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Charles II as Prince of Wales

Wenceslaus Hollar

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a portrait of a young male figure from the mid-chest upwards. He is slightly turned to his right, with his gaze directed towards the viewer. The young man has curly hair falling to his shoulders and soft facial features with a gentle expression. He wears an elaborate garment with a large lace collar, decorated with patterns, and a sash across his chest. No visible jewelry is present, and his hands are not shown. The background is plain with a slightly arched border framing the subject. Below the portrait is text identifying the individual as Charles, with titles detailing his royal status and birth date.

Artwork Details

Date
1641
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7492 × 11314 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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