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Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria of France (1609-1669) as Saint Catherine, ca 1632. Creator: Dyck, Sir Anthony van (1599-1641)
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Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria of France (1609-1669) as Saint Catherine, ca 1632. Creator: Dyck, Sir Anthony van (1599-1641)
Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria of France (1609-1669) as Saint Catherine, ca 1632. Private Collection
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Bourbon Catherine Of Alexandria Catherine Of The Wheel Dyck Henrietta Maria House Of Bourbon Queen Consort Of England Saint Catherine Saint Catherine Of Alexandria Sir Anthony Van 1599 1641 Henrietta Maria Of France Scotland And Ireland
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This stunning portrait, titled "Portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria of France as Saint Catherine," was painted by the renowned Flemish artist Sir Anthony van Dyck around 1632. Henrietta Maria, born in Paris in 1609, was a member of the House of Bourbon and became the Queen Consort of England in 1625, at the age of 18, upon her marriage to King Charles I. In this portrait, Henrietta Maria is depicted as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a popular subject for royal portraits during the Baroque period. Saint Catherine is known for her strength and her conversion to Christianity, and she is often depicted holding a wheel, a symbol of her martyrdom. Henrietta Maria's regal bearing and elegant attire are on full display, with her long, flowing hair and intricately detailed headdress adding to the grandeur of the image. The painting is an oil on canvas work, and the fine details and rich colors are a testament to van Dyck's mastery of the medium. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimension, drawing the viewer's eye to Henrietta Maria and her regal presence. This portrait is a rare and beautiful example of the fusion of art and history, as well as the role of royalty in the patronage of the arts during the Baroque period. It is a reminder of the complex and fascinating history of the House of Bourbon and the connection between Scotland, Ireland, and England during this time period.
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