Queen Henrietta Maria, c. 1645–1678 — 17th-Century Engraving after Van Dyck

An original 17th-century engraved portrait of Queen Henrietta Maria (1609–1669), wife of Charles I, after a design by Sir Anthony van Dyck. The finely detailed image shows the queen in court dress with pearl jewelry and lace, holding a flower, with her crown beside her.

Produced in Antwerp for Van Dyck’s celebrated Iconography portrait series, this impression bears the Latin title “Serenissima Potentissimaq Henrica Maria Dei gratia Magne Britaniae, Francia, Hibern. Regina,” with credits to Van Dyck, engravers Adriaen Lommelin and Joseph Antoine Couchet, and publisher Gillis Hendricx. The impression is dated circa 1645–1678.

Framed dimensions: 17.75 in. wide × 20.25 in. high × 1 in. deep.

Condition: Very good antique condition for its age. The paper shows age toning, light foxing or spotting, and minor handling wear; margins appear somewhat trimmed. No major tears or image losses are visible. Please review the photographs for details.

Framed and ready to display. One of a kind.