Queen Margaret of Spain by Andrés López López Polanco

Queen Margaret of Spain c. 1610

sculpture, oil-on-canvas

character portrait

character art

sculpture

sculptural image

possibly oil pastel

portrait head and shoulder

underpainting

sculpture

costume

abstract character

surrealist

oil-on-canvas

"Queen Margaret of Spain" is a c. 1610 portrait by Andrés López López Polanco, showcasing the Spanish Queen in an elegant, yet formal pose. The artist captures her regal presence through detailed depiction of her elaborate attire, including a voluminous lace collar, jeweled necklace, and a delicate white handkerchief. The painting’s soft lighting and subtle background enhance the Queen’s prominence, making it a powerful example of Spanish Renaissance portraiture. This artwork is currently housed in The Art Institute of Chicago.