Medallion with Portrait of 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. 1600 (?)
Object Name
Medallion; Relief
Culture
Southern German
Material/technology:
Pear wood
Dimensions:
D. 14 cm
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer
Invs.
Kunstkammer, 3941
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