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Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma
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Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma
Alexander Farnese (1545-1592), Duke of Parma, Piacenza and Castro, and Governor of the Spanish Netherlands.
16th century
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Alessandro Alexander Armour Baton Castro Farnese Governor Netherlands Oval Parma Piacenza Ruff
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This striking 16th century portrait captures the powerful and imposing presence of Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma, Piacenza, and Castro, and Governor of the Spanish Netherlands. Born in 1545, Farnese was a member of the esteemed Farnese family, one of the most influential and prominent in Italy during the Renaissance period. The Duke is depicted in an oval-shaped print, wearing the ruff collar, a symbol of the high-status fashion of the time. His armored attire, adorned with intricate decorative elements, emphasizes his military prowess and authority. The sword at his side and the baton in his hand symbolize both his role as a military leader and his governorship. Farnese's tenure as the Governor of the Spanish Netherlands, a position he held from 1567 until his death in 1592, was marked by significant military victories against the Dutch and French forces. He played a crucial role in the Eighty Years' War, which pitted the Spanish and the Dutch against each other for control of the Netherlands. Despite his military successes, Farnese was also known for his patronage of the arts and his support for architects, painters, and musicians. He commissioned numerous works, including the famous "The Descent from the Cross" by Titian, which is now housed in the Museo di Capodimonte in Naples. This portrait offers a glimpse into the complex and multifaceted life of Alexander Farnese, a man who embodied the power, prestige, and artistic sensibilities of the 16th century European elite.
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