5 OF 25

Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley

5 of 25 portraits of Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley

after Renold or Reginold Elstrack (Elstracke)
line engraving, 17th century
6 1/8 in. x 4 7/8 in. (156 mm x 124 mm) paper size
Reference Collection
NPG D1301

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Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley (1545-1567), Second Consort of Mary, Queen of Scots. Sitter associated with 25 portraits.

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Renold or Reginold Elstrack (Elstracke) (1570-in or after 1625), Engraver. Artist associated with 149 portraits.

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Darnley's reputation as an impetuous and vainglorious young man seems to be reflected in this portrait by the jaunty tilt of his head and sideways glance.