552 - P. SCHENK (1653-1713), Portrait of Frederick I, King of Prussia (1657–1713), 1705, Mezzotint

P. SCHENK (1653-1713), Portrait of Frederick I, King of Prussia (1657–1713), 1705, Mezzotint Pieter Schenk (around 1653 Elberfeld - 1713 Amsterdam): Portrait of King of Prussia Frederick I Hohenzollern (1657 Königsberg - 1713 Berlin), 1705, Mezzotint Technique: Mezzotint on Paper Inscription: Lower middle signed in the printing plate: "P. Schenk fec: Amst: C. Priv: 1705". Lower middle inscribed in the printing plate: "Fridericus Tertius, Borussorum Rex.S.R.I. Elector. ". Date: 1705 Description: The artwork is a majestic depiction of Frederick I, King of Prussia. The detailed workmanship and the symbolic presence of the crown lend the depiction a solemn appearance that radiates timeless respect and dignity. Person: Depicted: King of Prussia Friedrich I. Hohenzollern (1657 Königsberg - 1713 Berlin) Keywords: Portrait; Fridericus Tertius; King; Borussorum Rex; Monarch; Crown; Baroque; Historical; Nobility; Power; Sovereignty; Dignity; Grace; Symbolism; Work of art; Reign; Tradition; Art history; Wealth; Legacy; Dynasty; Prussia; Frederick I; ;, 18th century, Baroque, Portraits, Germany, Size: Paper: 31,8 cm x 22,5 cm (12,5 x 8,9 in), Plate: 27,3 cm x 19,0 cm (10,7 x 7,5 in), Depiction: 23,5 cm x 18,9 cm (9,3 x 7,4 in) Condition: Good condition. Slightly stained in the margins, with small creases in the four corners. Image with slight rubbing.