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Charles Viii Collection

"Charles VIII: A Renaissance King and his Reign" In this captivating image, Louis de Bruges presents his book to the young and ambitious King Charles VIII of France

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Charles Viii Collection: The hierarchy of social classes in a work by King Charles VIII
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Charles Viii Collection: Louis de Bruges (1422-1492) offers his book to King Charles VIII (1470-1498)
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Charles Viii Collection: The reign of Charles VIII of France, 1483-1498 (colour litho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Reunion de la Bretagne a la France (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Bataille de Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Pope Alexander VI in the presence of Charles VIII pronouncing a benediction (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Bataille de Fornoue (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII causing the Shrines of St Denis, St Rusticus, and St Eleutherus
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Charles Viii Collection: ing Charles VIII of France giving a hearing to the deputies from Languedoc at the Estates General
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Charles Viii Collection: Shepherdess, reign of Charles VIII of France (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Chateau de Langeais (chromolitho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Pier Capponi rebuking the ambassador of Charles VIII
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Charles Viii Collection: Marriage of Charles VIII, King of France, and Anne of Brittany at the Chateau de Langeais
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII visiting Gian Galeazzo Sforza in Pavia Castle, 1822 (oi on canvas)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII roi de France (colour litho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII meets Anne of Brittany (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII (chromolitho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII dit l Affable, 56e roi, monte sur le trone en 1483, mort en 1498 (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: French council of war, 1491 (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: On the left Leonardo d Arezzo offers his book to King Charles VIII of France
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII of France entering Rome in triumph, 1494 (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Dignitaries of the court of Charles VIII (chromolitho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII visiting the dying Gian Galeazzo Sforza in Pavia Castle, 1494
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Charles Viii Collection: Tombeau Des Dauphins, Enfants De Charles VIII (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII of France (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Anne of Brittany, Queen Consort of Charles VIII and Louis XII of France (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Meeting between Charles VIII and Anne of Brittany (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Baron and baroness, reign of Charles VIII of France (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Women in the second half of the 15th century (engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII (litho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: Chateau d Amboise (chromolitho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Lords of Louis XII and Lords of the time of Charles VIII (chromolitho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII (litho)
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Charles Viii Collection: Physician, reign of Charles VIII of France (coloured engraving)
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Charles Viii Collection: King Charles VIII of France with the Dying Gian Galeazzo Sforza at Pavia, 1775-1860
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Charles Viii Collection: Bayard, (1473-1524), 1830. Creator: Unknown
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Charles Viii Collection: Sten Sture by the Deathbed of King Charles VIII of Sweden
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Charles Viii Collection: Meeting of Charles and Anne of Brittany, 1882. Artist: Brend amour, Richard (1831-1915)
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Charles Viii Collection: Portrait of Charles VIII of France
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Charles Viii Collection: Anne of Brittany, 1499 (1958)
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Charles Viii Collection: A young noble of the court of King Charles VIII of France, c15th century (1849)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII, King of France, (1805). Artist: J Chapman
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Charles Viii Collection: French costume: Charles VIII, Louis XII, (1882)
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Charles Viii Collection: Charles VIII Visits Gian Galeazzo Sforza at Pavia in 1494, 1816-1818


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"Charles VIII: A Renaissance King and his Reign" In this captivating image, Louis de Bruges presents his book to the young and ambitious King Charles VIII of France. The miniature from "The Book of Tournaments of Rene d Anjou" beautifully captures the intellectual pursuits that flourished during Charles' reign. From 1483 to 1498, Charles VIII ruled over a transformative period in French history. His determination to reunite Brittany with France is depicted in the engraving showcasing the reunion ceremony. This strategic move solidified his power and expanded the territories under his control. Not only a skilled diplomat, but Charles was also a military leader who engaged in numerous battles. The engravings depicting the Battle of Saint-Aubin-du-Cormier and Battle of Fornoue showcase his prowess on the battlefield, securing victories for France. Religion played an important role during Charles' reign as well. Pope Alexander VI is shown bestowing blessings upon him, highlighting their close relationship and mutual support. Additionally, an engraving depicts Charles restoring sacred shrines at St Denis Church - a testament to his devotion to Catholicism. Tragically, King Charles VIII's life was cut short at a young age. In an engraving capturing solemnity and mourning, we see King Louis XII beside his predecessor's coffin - symbolizing both respect for Charles' achievements and the passing of power. Despite these somber moments, there were also instances where joyous occasions took place during this era. An enchanting colored engraving showcases a shepherdess enjoying her pastoral life under Charles' rule - reflecting peace and prosperity within society. Architecture thrived during this time too; Chateau de Langeais stands as a magnificent example of Renaissance architecture commissioned by King Charles himself - demonstrating not only political might but also artistic patronage.