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King Henry IV of Castile with coat of arms, 1889 (chromolithograph)
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King Henry IV of Castile with coat of arms, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912602 King Henry IV of Castile with coat of arms, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: King Henry IV of Castile, nicknamed the impotent. He wears a black cape, leather boots and stands over heraldic coat of arms supported by lions. Heinrich IV, Koenig von Spanien, died 1474. From a manuscript in Stuttgart Library. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Alteneck's Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889. Illustration by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C.R. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck (1811 - 1903) was a German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator and etcher.); © Florilegius
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This stunning chromolithograph from 1889 captures King Henry IV of Castile, known as "the impotent," in all his regal glory. Standing proudly over a heraldic coat of arms supported by lions, the king is depicted wearing a black cape and leather boots, exuding power and authority.
The intricate details of this artwork, taken from a manuscript in the Stuttgart Library, showcase the skillful hand of Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck. A renowned German museum curator, archaeologist, and art historian, Hefner-Alteneck's illustration brings to life the fashion and costume of the Middle Ages with precision and elegance.
King Henry IV's legacy may have been overshadowed by his nickname, but this portrait immortalizes him as a formidable ruler who commanded respect. The rich colors and fine lines of the chromolithograph highlight his royal status and hint at the complexities of his reign.
As you gaze upon this historical masterpiece, you can't help but be transported back to the 12th century when kings ruled with iron fists and coats of arms symbolized noble lineage. It serves as a reminder of an era long past yet still resonant in our collective memory.
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