Frans Francken (II)

/  Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels

 
Frans Francken (II): Allegory on the Abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels. nativity scene, christmas decoration, ancient history, mythology, middle ages, christmas, decor
 
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MuseumsRijksmuseum, AmsterdamPaintings
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Allegory of the abdication of Emperor Charles V in Brussels, 25 October 1555. In the middle of Charles V at the top sits on his throne, left Ferdinand I, right Philip II, King of Spain. For Philip kneeling personifications of the areas of the empire with banners. In the foreground bring personifications of the continents of America, Africa, Europe and Asia gifts. Left Neptune on his chariot drawn by seahorses, mermen and mermaids, Tritons etc. On the trolley a globe and the two columns with a scroll with the inscription Plus Ultra.
c. 1630 - c. 1640
Panel: H 134 cm x W 172 cm
SKU: 270117
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