Archduke Ferdinand, later Emperor Ferdinand I
During their lifetime various types of portraits in different media depicting the imperial brothers Charles V and Ferdinand I were disseminated throughout Europe. A portrait popularized the sovereign’s features, served as a reminder of him, and even represented him when he was absent. The emphasis on family connections with predecessors – such as their grandfather Emperor Maximilian I – and descendants signalled the continuity of the dynasty’s power and legitimacy.
During their lifetime various types of portraits in different media depicting the imperial brothers Charles V and Ferdinand I were disseminated throughout Europe. A portrait popularized the sovereign’s features, served as a reminder of him, and even represented him when he was absent. The emphasis on family connections with predecessors – such as their grandfather Emperor Maximilian I – and descendants signalled the continuity of the dynasty’s power and legitimacy.
Depiction/Person:
Ferdinand I. (1521-1564), Erzherzog, seit 1531 König und seit 1558 Kaiser (1503 - 1564) DNB
Time:
ca. 1522/27
Object Name
Relief
Culture
Augsburg
Material/technology:
Marble, gilded wood
Dimensions:
D. 20,5 cm
Inscribed
"FERDIANDVS. INF: ET. PRINC. HISP. ARCHIDVX: AVSTR: DVX. BVRGVND: SACR: ROM: IMPERII. PRO. CAES: M: LOCVMTENENS."
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer
Invs.
Kunstkammer, 4452