Emperor Charles V
ca. 1556/58; ca. 1560 (mounting) | Karl I. (V.) (1516-1556), als Karl I. König von Spanien, seit 1519 deutscher König, seit 1520 Kaiser
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:
Karl I. (V.) (1516-1556), als Karl I. König von Spanien, seit 1519 deutscher König, seit 1520 Kaiser (1500 - 1558) DNB
Time:
ca. 1556/58; ca. 1560 (mounting)
Object Name
Cameo
Culture
Netherlandish
Material/technology:
Onyx, gold, enamel, rubies
Dimensions:
5,4 cm × 4,7 cm
Inscribed
PLVS VLTRA (RS)
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer
Invs.
Antikensammlung, XII 71