Georg Jakob Glaetzl
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Georg Jakob Glaetzl
GEORG JAKOB GLAETZL German statesman Date: 1671 - 1736
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Georg Jakob Glaetzl: A German Statesman of the Early Eighteenth Century This striking portrait captures the distinguished features and regal bearing of Georg Jakob Glaetzl (1671-1736), a prominent German statesman of the early eighteenth century. Born in Regensburg, Bavaria, Glaetzl rose to prominence through his legal and administrative expertise, serving as a councilor in the Imperial Chamber Court and later becoming the Imperial Vice-Chancellor in 1712. The image showcases Glaetzl's refined attire, indicative of his high social standing. He wears a black doublet with gold trim, a white lace jabot, and a fur-trimmed cloak. His hair is styled in the latest fashion, swept back and powdered, and his piercing gaze is fixed intently on the viewer. Glaetzl's political career was marked by his loyalty to the Habsburg monarchy and his commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the Holy Roman Empire. He played a key role in negotiating the Peace of Utrecht in 1713, which ended the War of the Spanish Succession and secured the Habsburg inheritance in Spain. Despite his political successes, Glaetzl's tenure as Vice-Chancellor was not without controversy. He was accused of corruption and nepotism, and his close relationship with the powerful Prince Eugen of Savoy raised eyebrows. Nevertheless, he remained a powerful figure in imperial politics until his death in 1736. This portrait offers a glimpse into the world of eighteenth-century German politics, showcasing the elegance and power of one of its most influential figures. Glaetzl's legacy continues to be felt in the annals of German and European history, as a testament to the complexities and intrigues of the early modern period.
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