Henry, Prince of Wales

Sitterback to top

• Henry, Prince of Wales (1594-1612), Eldest son of James I. Sitter associated with 41 portraits.

Artistback to top

• Isaac Oliver (circa 1565-1617), Miniature painter. Artist associated with 71 portraits, Sitter associated with 5 portraits.

This portraitback to top

In this distinctive and unusual miniature Henry is shown in profile wearing Roman armour and a richly embroidered toga, like a figure on an ancient Roman coin or medal.

Linked publicationsback to top

• Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 297
• Strong, Roy, Tudor and Jacobean Portraits, 1969, p. 161
• Walker, Richard, Miniatures: 300 Years of the English Miniature, 1998, p. 8

Linked displays and exhibitionsback to top

• Tudor Miniatures (From 6 November 2004)

Portrait setback to top

• Miniatures: Highlights

Subjects & Themesback to top

• In profile
• Miniatures