Portret van Karel I, koning van Engeland en Schotland 1716

"Portret van Karel I, koning van Engeland en Schotland", a 1716 etching by Pieter van Gunst, depicts Charles I, King of England and Scotland, in full armor. The image, which is held in the Rijksmuseum, captures Charles in a regal pose, holding a staff and with his armor's intricate details visible. The background is a dark, shadowy space, emphasizing Charles' presence and highlighting the contrast between his light skin and the dark armor. The composition is typical of portraiture from the 17th and 18th centuries, portraying royalty in a formal and imposing manner. This work provides a glimpse into the style of etching used in the early 18th century and demonstrates the prominence of royal portraiture in the Netherlands.