Portret van Karel I, koning van Engeland 1649 - 1727

This anonymous engraving, dated 1649-1727, depicts Charles I, King of England. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small-scale portrait, measuring just 111 mm high and 66 mm wide. Charles is presented in an oval frame, and appears to be wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The detail in his face and the inscription in Latin below the portrait suggest a focus on historical accuracy. The inscription itself refers to Charles I’s execution in 1649. This portrait provides insight into the visual culture surrounding the English monarchy in the 17th century.