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STRIGEL, Bernhard (1460-1528). Emperor Maximilian
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STRIGEL, Bernhard (1460-1528). Emperor Maximilian
STRIGEL, Bernhard (1460-1528). Emperor Maximilian I and His Family. Beside the emperor Maximilian and identified by Latin names: his wife Mary, Duchess of Burgundy; his son Philip I the Handsome; his grandsons Ferdinand I, emperor of Germany, Charles I, king of Spain and emperor of Germany, and Louis II, king of Hungary. Renaissance art. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum
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Emperor Maximilian I and His Family
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is a stunning Renaissance masterpiece by the renowned artist Bernhard Strigel, painted around the turn of the 16th century. The oil on canvas work of art is currently housed in the St. Fernando Royal Academy Museum in Madrid, Spain. At the center of the painting stands Emperor Maximilian I, dressed in imperial regalia, with his wife, Mary of Burgundy, identified by her Latin name Maria, standing beside him. Their eldest son, Philip the Handsome, is depicted to the right of the emperor, and their grandsons are arranged in a semi-circle around them. The eldest of the grandsons, Ferdinand I, is identified by his Latin name Ferdinandus, and he would later become the emperor of Germany. The second eldest, Charles I, is identified as Carolus, and he would go on to become both king of Spain and emperor of Germany. The youngest grandson, Louis II, is identified as Ludovicus, and he would become king of Hungary. The painting showcases the power and grandeur of the Habsburg dynasty during the Renaissance period. The intricate details of the clothing, the expressions on the faces of the subjects, and the rich colors used by Strigel all contribute to the painting's captivating allure. The Latin names inscribed below each figure add an element of formality and historical significance to the painting, making it an invaluable piece of art and historical record. Bernhard Strigel was a master of the Danube School, a German artistic movement that emphasized realism and naturalism in its works. This painting is a prime example of his skill and the artistic style of the time. The "Emperor Maximilian I and His Family" is a must-see for anyone interested in Renaissance art, European history, or the Habsburg dynasty.
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