London Art Studies Anthony van Eyck Queen Henrietta Maria with Sir Jeffrey Hudson

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"Queen Henrietta Maria with Sir Jeffrey Hudson" by Anthony van Dyck

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Anthony Van Dyck's portrait, Queen Henrietta Maria, intended for a prominent patron of the arts in Baroque Rome, was one of numerous diplomatic gifts that helped disseminate the Flemish artist's fame and influence across Europe. Colin Wiggins discusses why this regal portrait painting may not have been completely true to life.

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