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Fine Art Print : Portrait of Gustavus Adolphus, 1632 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of Gustavus Adolphus, 1632 (oil on canvas)
3087127 Portrait of Gustavus Adolphus, 1632 (oil on canvas)
by Merian, Matthaus, the Elder (1593-1650); 108x85 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info.: King Gustav II Adolf of Sweden (1594-1632) wearing Polish costume with Frankfurt-am-Main new bridge behind. He wore this red coat and hat when he entered the city in 1631 campaigning to be elected King of Poland. The portrait was made 2 weeks before his death.
); Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 18258051
© Skokloster Castle, Sweden / Bridgeman Images
3 4 Length 30 Years War Curtain Lace Collar Pillar Poland Polish Propaganda Red Hat Red Jacket Sweden Thirty Years War Vasa
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the grandeur of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating portrait of Gustavus Adolphus, King of Sweden (1594-1632), showcases the mastery of Matthaus Merian the Elder. Painted in 1632, this oil on canvas masterpiece captures the regal presence and strength of the monarch, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your space with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.7cm (16.5" x 20.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This portrait print of Gustavus Adolphus, created in 1632 by Matthaus Merian the Elder, offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of this influential monarch. The painting depicts King Gustav II Adolf of Sweden donning a striking Polish costume, complete with a vibrant red coat and hat. Behind him stands the newly constructed bridge in Frankfurt-am-Main, symbolizing his victorious campaign to be elected King of Poland. The attention to detail is remarkable as every element tells a story. From the delicate lace collar and velvet cuffs adorning his attire to the regal pillar framing his figure, each aspect exudes royalty and power. His well-groomed beard and mustache add an air of authority while capturing his strong character. However, what makes this portrait particularly poignant is its timing; it was completed just two weeks before Gustavus Adolphus's untimely death. This adds an element of melancholy to an otherwise majestic image. As we gaze upon this artwork today, we are transported back to a pivotal moment in history - the height of the Thirty Years' War. Through propaganda-laden imagery like this portrait, rulers sought to assert their dominance on both national and international stages. Preserved within Skokloster Castle in Sweden, this print serves as a reminder not only of Gustavus Adolphus's reign but also highlights how art can immortalize significant figures from our past for generations to come.
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