Portret van Henry Stuart in ovale omlijsting 1648 - 1664

"Portret van Henry Stuart in ovale omlijsting" is an etching by Dutch artist Cornelis van (II) Dalen, created between 1648 and 1664. The artwork depicts Henry Stuart, Duke of Gloucester, son of Charles I, in an oval frame, surrounded by an elaborate decorative border. The portrait showcases Stuart's youthful features and is presented in a formal and dignified manner. The etching was likely commissioned as a commemorative piece to honor the young Duke, who played a significant role in the tumultuous English Civil War. The portrait, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an important example of Dutch printmaking in the 17th century.