Portrait of Francis I 1539

The *Portrait of Francis I* (1539) by Titian, is a striking oil-on-canvas portrait of the King of France in profile. This Renaissance artwork, housed in the Louvre Museum, Paris, captures Francis I's regal presence with the use of rich colors and textures. Titian's masterful use of chiaroscuro, creating deep shadows and contrasting lights, brings out the powerful features of the King, and his detailed rendering of clothing and jewelry emphasizes his wealth and status.