Bidspirit auction | Portrait of Isabella II, Spanish

Portrait of Isabella II, Spanish School, 19th Century - Engraving on paper. Measures 27 x 19 cm and 42 x 33 cm with frame. Bust portrait of Isabella II, presented within an oval and crowned with royal symbols, with a serene and frontal depiction that underscores the official nature of the image. The drawing is delicate and balanced, with particular attention to the face and the treatment of the dress, enriched by a subtle gradation of light and shadow. This type of engraving was widely disseminated during the 19th century as a means of visual representation and propaganda for the Spanish monarchy. 27 x 19 cm and 42 x 33 cm