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Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I
Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I, 1122-1190. Frederick Barbarossa, Red Beard, Fridericus Aenobarbus, King of Germany, King of Italy. Copperplate engraving from Abraham Bogaerts De Roomsche Monarchy, The Roman Monarchy, Francois Salma, Utrecht, 1697
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In this striking 17th-century copperplate engraving, we find a powerful and regal portrait of Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I, also known as Frederick Barbarossa, Henry Asper, or Henricus Aenobarbus. Born in 1122, Frederick reigned as the Holy Roman Emperor from 1152 until his death in 1190. He was also the King of Germany and, for a brief period, the King of Sicily. Frederick's impressive presence is conveyed through the intricate details of this engraving. He is depicted wearing a crown adorned with precious stones, a long, flowing robe, and a fur-lined mantle. His red beard, a notable feature that earned him the nickname "Barbarossa" or "Red Beard," frames his stern, determined face. In his right hand, he holds a scepter, a symbol of his imperial power, while his left hand rests on a globe, emphasizing his dominion over the known world. The classical influence on this portrait is evident, with Frederick being compared to the ancient Roman Caesars and Germanic Kaisers. This connection to the past was an essential aspect of the Holy Roman Empire's identity, and Frederick embraced it wholeheartedly. The engraving also includes a token coin below the emperor's feet, further emphasizing his imperial status. This image is taken from Abraham Bogaerts' "De Roomsche Monarchy," or "The Roman Monarchy," published in Utrecht in 1697. The work was a comprehensive study of the history and political structure of the Holy Roman Empire, and this engraving of Frederick I served as a powerful visual representation of the emperor's authority and majesty.
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