British 17th Century

The artist, identified as British 17th Century, was active between approximately 1600 and 1675. This output timeframe places the artist within the historically tumultuous periods spanning the reigns of James I, Charles I, the Commonwealth, and the early Restoration. The work primarily consists of historical and genealogical prints designed to document or illustrate royal lineage.

The artist is represented in major public collections, notably the National Gallery of Art. The documented works consist of 10 prints and 3 volumes held in museum collections, focusing heavily on Tudor and Stuart ancestry. These include biographical studies and royal portraits, intended for educational or political dissemination.

Notable titles represented in the collection include the comprehensive Family Tree with Portraits of Henry VII, Henry VIII, Elizabeth, James, and Charles, the volume Effigies Regum Anglorum, and specific portraits such as Henry I, King of England and John, King of England. As key examples of British 17th Century prints, these works provide significant insight into contemporary methods of historical documentation. Today, these historical records are often available as high-quality prints, allowing scholars to study the visual culture of the era. The status of these early works ensures that the imagery remains available as downloadable artwork for research purposes.