Sumptuary Collection

Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Queen Elizabeth I, 1563 (oil on panel)
3545966 Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Queen Elizabeth I, 1563 (oil on panel) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); 79x58 cm; National Museum, Stockholm

Thomas Wriothesley, First Earl of Southampton, c. 1535 (vellum laid on card)
3746283 Thomas Wriothesley, First Earl of Southampton, c.1535 (vellum laid on card) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 2.8x2.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d Etampes, c. 1535-40 (oil on wood)
3597315 Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d Etampes, c.1535-40 (oil on wood) by Corneille de Lyon (c.1500-75) (attr. to); 17.8x14.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Frances, Lady Brydges, 1579 (oil on panel)
1766113 Frances, Lady Brydges, 1579 (oil on panel) by Bettes, John, the Younger (c.1530-1615/6); 91.1x68.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

King Edward VI, c. 1542 (oil on panel)
3700766 King Edward VI, c.1542 (oil on panel) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); 43x31 cm; National Portrait Gallery, London

Lady Margaret Lee, c. 1540 (oil and gold on oak)
5667197 Lady Margaret Lee, c.1540 (oil and gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (attr. to); 44.1 A-- 34 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black, c. 1540 (oil on wood)
5667223 Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black, c.1540 (oil on wood) by Corneille de Lyon (c.1500-75) (attr. to); 17.1 x 15.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright

Lady Rich, c. 1540 (oil and gold on oak)
5667198 Lady Rich, c.1540 (oil and gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); 44.5 x 34 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Lady Mary Howard, c. 1533 (w / c on parchment)
3932084 Lady Mary Howard, c.1533 (w/c on parchment) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); National Museum, Stockholm

Prince Hercule-Francois, Duc d Alencon, 1572 (oil on canvas)
3428141 Prince Hercule-Francois, Duc d Alencon, 1572 (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); 188.6x102.2 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Francis)

Portrait of a Young Woman, c. 1540-45 (oil and gold on oak)
5667208 Portrait of a Young Woman, c.1540-45 (oil and gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (attr. to); 28.3 x 23.2 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; German

Portrait of Diego de Guevara, 1515-18 (oil on panel)
3700780 Portrait of Diego de Guevara, 1515-18 (oil on panel) by Sittow, Michiel (1469-1525); 33.6x23.7 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: Probably Diego de Guevara)

Edward VI, c. 1545 (oil & gold on oak)
3432858 Edward VI, c.1545 (oil & gold on oak) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); diam: 32.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Edward (1537-1553)

Portrait of Dona Isabel de Requesens y Enriquez de Cardona-Anglesola, c
3106624 Portrait of DoAna Isabel de Requesens y EnrAiquez de Cardona-Anglesola, c.1518 (oil on panel transferred to canvas) by Romano, Giulio (1492-1546); 120x96 cm; Louvre, Paris

Portrait of an unknown French Noblewoman, 1560-9 (oil on panel)
3087042 Portrait of an unknown French Noblewoman, 1560-9 (oil on panel) by French School, (16th century); 35x27 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm

Portrait of an unknown French Nobleman, 1560-9 (oil on panel)
3087040 Portrait of an unknown French Nobleman, 1560-9 (oil on panel) by French School, (16th century); 35x27 cm; Hallwyl Museum, Stockholm

Tile of the 18th century with scene of boats in a harbor. Early Modern Era. Ceramics. SPAIN. Valencia. Gonzᬥ z Mart� ational Museum of Ceramics and Sumptuary Arts. Proc: SPAIN

Courtesan Actor Courtesan Pouring Tea Light Lantern
Artokoloro

1765764; out of copyright

English countrywoman carrying basket of chickens and wearing apron over plain clothes (right). On left is a lady of the Court with fur-trimmed coat over embroidered dress

Panel of Valencian glazed tiles with musical scene (18th c.). Ceramics. SPAIN. Valencia. Gonzᬥ z Mart� ational Museum of Ceramics and Sumptuary Arts

Sumptuary Reform
Sumptuary reform - by the Tsars orders, wealthy merchants are stripped of their finery Date: circa 1690

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"Sumptuary: Unveiling the Opulence of Renaissance Portraits" Step into the lavish world of Renaissance portraiture, where sumptuous attire and regal elegance take center stage. These captivating artworks offer a glimpse into the lives of notable individuals from the 16th century, showcasing their wealth, status, and intricate fashion choices. In "Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Queen Elizabeth I, " painted in 1563, we witness the iconic monarch's majestic presence. Her elaborate gown adorned with pearls and precious gems reflects her power and authority. The artist skillfully captures her enigmatic gaze that hints at both strength and vulnerability. Thomas Wriothesley, First Earl of Southampton, immortalized on vellum laid on card around 1535, exudes an air of sophistication. His finely embroidered doublet paired with an intricately patterned cloak showcases his refined taste for luxurious fabrics. Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d'Etampes is depicted in oil on wood between 1535-1540. Her opulent dress embellished with gold thread epitomizes French courtly fashion during this era. The delicate details highlight her position as one of King Francis I's influential mistresses. Frances, Lady Brydges radiates gracefulness in her portrait from 1579. Her richly embroidered gown accentuated by lace cuffs exemplifies aristocratic style while emphasizing her social standing within Elizabethan society. The young King Edward VI is captured in a vibrant oil painting dating back to around 1542. His royal robes adorned with ermine fur symbolize his inherited grandeur despite his tender age. Lady Margaret Lee's portrait from circa 1540 showcases not only her beauty but also highlights sumptuous materials such as gold leaf used to enhance the richness of the artwork itself. A mysterious figure emerges in "Portrait of a Bearded Man in Black.