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Vilhelm (1516-1592), Duke of Jülich, Cleve and Berg, c1540s. Creator: Anon
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Vilhelm (1516-1592), Duke of Jülich, Cleve and Berg, c1540s. Creator: Anon
Vilhelm (1516-1592), Duke of Julich, Cleve and Berg, married to Maria, Archduchess of Austria, c1540s
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1540s Bavaria Bavarian Chain Of Office Duke Hilt Historic Figure Historical Person Holy Roman Empire Mens Fashion Menswear Plume Plumed Blade National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum Young Man
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In this portrait from the 1540s, we find Vilhelm (1516-1592), Duke of Jülich, Cleve and Berg, resplendent in the regal attire of the time. Vilhelm is depicted looking away from the viewer, his gaze fixed on some distant point, imparting an air of introspection or contemplation. The Duke wears a richly embroidered doublet, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, reflecting the opulence of the Bavarian and German courts of the Holy Roman Empire. A collar of gold and precious stones encircles his neck, signifying his noble status and the chain of office dangles from his left shoulder. The Duke's hat, adorned with a plume, sits atop his head, while he holds a sword in his right hand, its hilt intricately designed and the blade gleaming in the light. The portrait, an oil on canvas painting, exudes an aura of historical significance, transporting us back to the Sixteenth Century and the rich heritage of European art. The Duke's marriage to Maria, Archduchess of Austria, is also noted in the title, further enhancing the historical context of the image. This portrait, created anonymously in the 16th century, is now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, and serves as a testament to the fashion and clothing trends of the time, as well as the historical figures who shaped the European landscape. The Duke's regal attire, the sword in his hand, and the subtle expression on his face all contribute to a powerful and evocative image that continues to captivate and intrigue viewers to this day.
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