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Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels
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Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels
Frans Francken the Younger (1581-1642). Flemish painter. Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels, c.1630-1640. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland
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1555 1630 1640 Abdicate Abdication Allegorical Allegory Amsterdam Banner Baroque Brother Brussels Case Ceremony Continent Division Document Enthroned Episode Fantastic Ferdinand Figures Flanders Flemish Floor Frans Francken
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This stunning Baroque masterpiece, titled "Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels," is a painting by the Flemish artist Frans Francken the Younger, created around 1630-1640. The painting is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Holland. The allegorical scene depicts the momentous act of abdication by Emperor Charles V in 1555, which took place in the Grand Palace in Brussels, Belgium. The painting captures the essence of this significant historical event, with Emperor Charles V, dressed in imperial robes and seated on a magnificent throne, symbolically passing his imperial crown to his brother Ferdinand, represented by an animal with the head of a bull, signifying strength and power. The allegory is further enhanced by various figures and symbols in the painting. The continents of Europe and America are represented by women, with Europe holding a document, symbolizing the division of the empire between the two brothers. The floor is adorned with a banner bearing the motto "I will make thee the head and not the tail," indicating the imperial dignity that Charles V was relinquishing. The painting's intricate details and fantastic elements, such as the mythical creatures and elaborate architecture, are characteristic of the Baroque style. The Allegory of the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels is a testament to Frans Francken the Younger's artistic skill and the rich artistic heritage of Flanders during the 17th century.
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