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Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II, c. 1600 (oil on canvas)
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Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II, c. 1600 (oil on canvas)
3087103 Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II, c.1600 (oil on canvas) by Unknown Artist, (17th century); 64x54 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info.: Emperor Rudolf II (1552-1612) Habsburg, Holy Roman Emperor
Similar to portrait by Hans von Aachen); out of copyright
Media ID 18258031
© Skokloster Castle, Sweden / Bridgeman Images
16th Bohemia Chivalry Golden Fleece Habsburg Order Of Chivalry Order Of The Golden Fleece Prague Ruff Seventeenth Sixteenth Monarch
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This print showcases the enigmatic Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II, painted around 1600 by an unknown artist. The oil on canvas masterpiece measures 64x54 cm and is housed in the magnificent Skokloster Castle in Sweden. Emperor Rudolf II, a member of the Habsburg dynasty, reigned during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. In this head and shoulders portrait, Rudolf II exudes power and authority as he dons his regal attire adorned with the prestigious Order of the Golden Fleece. His majestic presence is further accentuated by his elaborate hat and well-groomed beard. The painting bears resemblance to another renowned portrait created by Hans von Aachen, adding to its historical significance. As ruler of Bohemia and King of Hungary, Rudolf II held immense influence over Central Europe during a time when chivalry still thrived within royal courts. Noteworthy details include intricate brushwork capturing every fine detail from his ruff collar to his piercing gaze. This depiction truly captures the essence of a powerful monarch who patronized artists such as Giuseppe Arcimboldo. As we admire this remarkable piece now out of copyright restrictions, it serves as a window into an era where rulers were revered for their grandeur and splendor. It stands as a testament to both artistic skill and political prowess that defined European history during the sixteenth century.
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