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Allegory on Emperor Charles as Ruler of Vast Realms
Baroque work presenting an allegorical vision of Emperor Charles as a mighty ruler of vast kingdoms. The painting contains numerous symbols of power, might, and universal dominion, depicting the emperor as the central figure surrounded by symbols of monarchy and triumph.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Peter Paul Rubens
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Date of birth and death
28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640
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Natinality
Flemish
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Style
Flemish Baroque painting, dynamic compositions, vivid coloring, sensuous forms
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Significant works
The Raising of the Cross, The Descent from the Cross, The Night Watch, The Fall of Man, Marie de’ Medici cycle, The Three Graces
Information about the work
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Year:
1604
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Execution technique:
oil on canvas
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Location:
Residenzgalerie, Salzburg, Austria
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Theme:
allegory, power, monarchy, Emperor Charles, might, symbolism
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The painting symbolizes the authority and power of Emperor Charles throughout his empire and allegorically presents his reign over the vast lands.
The key to interpreting the work
Interpret as a visual representation of the idea of absolutism and the emperor's universal power, considering Baroque expressive means.See other works by this artist
Copy of Battle of Anghiari, the lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci
- Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
- Year: 1603
Madonna and Child with the Donors Alexandre Goubeau and his wife Anne Antoni
- Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
- Year: 1604
