Portret van Frans I van Valois-Angoulême, koning van Frankrijk 1576 - 1614

This engraving, *Portret van Frans I van Valois-Angoulême, koning van Frankrijk*, was created between 1576 and 1614 by the Flemish artist Thomas de Leu (1560-1620). The work is a classic example of portraiture, featuring a detailed bust-length image of King Francis I of France, encircled by a decorative frame inscribed with the king's title. The artist uses delicate lines and shading to capture the king's regal bearing and the intricacies of his attire, offering a glimpse into the artistic conventions and courtly ideals of the 16th century.