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The Banquet of the Monarchs, c. 1579 (oil on canvas)
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The Banquet of the Monarchs, c. 1579 (oil on canvas)
XJL211233 The Banquet of the Monarchs, c.1579 (oil on canvas) by Sanchez Coello, Alonso (c.1531-88); 110x202 cm; Muzeum Narodowe, Poznan, Poland; (add.info.: Charles V (1500-58) on right under dais with wife Isabella of Portugal (1503-39); in centre their son Philip II (1527-98) with his fourth wife and niece Anne of Austria (1549-80); on left Infanta Isabella Clara Eugenia (1566-1633) (daughter of Philip II and his second wife, Elisabeth de Valois) with husband and cousin Archduke Albert of Austria (1559-1621); the woman seated in foreground with back to viewer is Philip IIs 2nd wife Elisabeth de Valois (1545-68); four of the servers are Governors of the Habsburg Netherlands including Don Juan of Austria (1547-78) on right behind Charles V; Alessandro Farnese (1546-92) on left in foreground holding a piece montee with flag of Habsbourg double eagle, Prince Peter Ernst von Mansfeld 1517-1604) (top left standing holding a bowl with red flag) and Duke of Alba (1508-82) between Philip II and Isabella of Portugal; etiquette of the table follows the Burgundian tradition of service; le banquet des monarques; ); Spanish, out of copyright
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The Banquet of the Monarchs, c. 1579
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is a captivating oil on canvas print that transports viewers back to a grand feast held during the late 16th century. This remarkable artwork by Alonso Sanchez Coello showcases an opulent gathering of powerful figures from European history. The focal point of the painting is Charles V, the Holy Roman Emperor, seated under an elevated dais alongside his wife Isabella of Portugal. Their son and heir, Philip II, stands in the center with his fourth wife and niece Anne of Austria. On the left side, we see Infanta Isabella Clara Eugenia and her husband Archduke Albert of Austria. The composition beautifully captures not only the regal attire but also the intricate etiquette observed at such banquets. The servers are Governors of Habsburg Netherlands, including notable figures like Don Juan of Austria and Alessandro Farnese. One cannot help but be drawn to Elisabeth de Valois, Philip II's second wife who sits with her back to us in foreground. Her presence adds a touch of mystery amidst this illustrious gathering. With its meticulous attention to detail and adherence to Burgundian traditions, "The Banquet of Monarchs" offers a glimpse into both royal splendor and political alliances during this era. This exquisite print allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Coello's masterful technique while immersing themselves in a momentous historical event captured on canvas.
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