Carolus I
Print
mid 17th century (printed)
mid 17th century (printed)
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Whole-length portrait, on horseback, directed towards right and looking to front. The sitter is holding a baton in his right hand, which rests on the saddle; on the right is a page, carrying his helmet. A battle takes place in the background. The portrait is surrounded by an ornamental border; arms in centre, below, and, underneath, the title in two lines.
Object details
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| Title | Carolus I (assigned by artist) |
| Materials and techniques | Engraving on paper |
| Brief description | Portrait of King Charles I on horseback. Engraving by Pierre Lombart after Anthony Van Dyck, mid-17th century. |
| Physical description | Whole-length portrait, on horseback, directed towards right and looking to front. The sitter is holding a baton in his right hand, which rests on the saddle; on the right is a page, carrying his helmet. A battle takes place in the background. The portrait is surrounded by an ornamental border; arms in centre, below, and, underneath, the title in two lines. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'Wandyck Pinxit. P. Lombart Sculp. Carolus I. Dei Gratia Magnae Britanniae, Fran Giae Et Hiberniae Rex.' (Lettered) |
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| Accession number | E.2-1888 |
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| Record created | June 30, 2009 |
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