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The Triumphal Arch of Maximilian I: Emperor Maximilian as Patron of Improvements
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The Triumphal Arch of Maximilian I: Emperor Maximilian as Patron of Improvements
The Triumphal Arch of Maximilian I: Emperor Maximilian as Patron of Improvements in Artillery and Armor, 1515-17. Dressed in a full suit of armor, Maximilian (reigned 1486- 1519) stands among an array of helmets and weaponry. He holds a sword in one hand and a cannonball in the other, indicating both knightly skill and military power. A large sack of coins behind him alludes to his financial support of the engineers and craftsmen dedicated to the industry of war. Similar suits of armor in the Maximilian style are on view in the museums arms and armor court, including Maximilians personal suit of jousting armor. Traut created this woodcut for a monumental triumphal arch, printed with 195 woodblocks prepared by a team of printmakers. The emperor commissioned the massive print--almost 12 feet tall when assembled-- to commemorate his gentility, generosity, and military conquests
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The Triumphal Arch of Maximilian I - Emperor Maximilian as Patron of Improvements
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. This print captures the grandeur and power of Emperor Maximilian I, who reigned from 1486 to 1519. Dressed in a magnificent suit of armor, he stands amidst an impressive array of helmets and weaponry, symbolizing his prowess as both a knight and a military leader. In one hand, Maximilian holds a sword, representing his skill in combat. In the other hand, he grasps a cannonball, signifying his influence over artillery advancements during his reign. The presence of a large sack of coins behind him alludes to his financial support for engineers and craftsmen dedicated to improving the industry of war. Created by Wolf Traut for a monumental triumphal arch project, this woodcut showcases the emperor's gentility, generosity, and military conquests. Prepared with meticulous detail using 195 woodblocks by a team of skilled printmakers, this massive print measures almost 12 feet tall when assembled. Visitors can explore similar suits of armor in the museum's arms and armor court; among them is Maximilian's personal jousting armor. This remarkable artwork not only serves as an important historical artifact but also highlights Emperor Maximilian I's significant contributions to artistry and warfare during the 16th century in Germany. Photo credit: Heritage Art/Heritage Images
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