Courtly Splendor: A Nobleman at Emperor Sigismund's Court, 1847

Title: "Regal Bearing: Emperor Maximilian on Parade" Description: This historical illustration depicts Emperor Maximilian arrayed in full regalia, mounted on a proud and well-groome...

Title: "Civilian Costume at the End of the 15th Century" Description: The image is a print from a series the "Costume du Moyen Age" dated 1847, and titled "Costume Civil de la Fin d...

Title: "Elegance at the Court of Louis XII: A French Noble's Poise" Description: This delicate historical illustration depicts a French nobleman from the court of King Louis XII, elegantly attired in the fashion of the early 16th century. He stands with a composed and dignified stance, a walking stick in one hand, exuding the grace and refinement expected of someone from his esteemed position. His attire is a rich blend of colors and textures, indicative of his status. The nobleman wears a soft pink tunic, a color that during the time was often associated with nobility due to the expense of the dye required to produce it. The tunic is complemented by a deep green overcoat...

The image shows a figure labeled as "Lord Beaumont," depicted in medieval attire. He is wearing a blue overcoat with a fur trim and a gold-patterned undergarment that extends to his ...

Title: "Seated Spanish Nobleman: The Visage of Authority" Description: This original antique detailed print portrays a Spanish nobleman from the Middle Ages, seated in a commanding position that denotes his high social status and authority. He is depicted in a stately pose, exuding an air of confident repose that reflects his powerful position within the societal hierarchy. The nobleman is dressed in a long blue tunic, a color often associated with nobility and depth of character. His tunic is complemented by a rose-colored undershirt, a combination that suggests both wealth and taste. Over his attire drapes a heavy, deep blue cloak, a mark of his status, which provides both warmth and an impression of gravitas. On his head, he wears a broad-brimmed green hat, which is both a stylish and practical accessory, shading his eyes and symbolizing his affinity with the outdoors and perhaps his participation in hunting, a favorite pastime of the nobility. His footwear consists of red shoes, possibly made of fine leather or velvet, adding a striking contrast to his ensemble. The nobleman's demeanor is one of contemplation, with a hand resting on a money pouch at his belt, indicating his control over wealth and economic affairs. The chair in which he sits is adorned with simple yet elegant ornamentation, including a valance with floral motifs, signifying a connection to nature and his domain. The setting is minimalistic, focusing the viewer’s attention on the nobleman’s figure and attire. Through this print, we gain insight into the fashion and symbols of status that were prevalent among the Spanish nobility...

Title: "Ecclesiastical Splendor: The Archbishop's Regalia in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This historically rich lithograph from the 1847 edition of "Costume du Moyen Âge" d...

ST/728-1 . Engraving of Maximilian I°, beginning 1930, from the original engravings of the 16th and 17th centuries. "Mounted knights in armour in a procession " by Albrecht Altdorfe...

ST/728 /3 - Engraving of Maximilian I° - Procession (noy better specified) - from the original engravings of the 16th and 17th centuries by Albrecht Altdorfer - Germany (Landshut 1...

Brent Heighton has been painting for over 42 years full time. After college Brent began a brief career in the commercial art field. Not satisfied with t...

Great image of deer. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Published:...

Great image of a hummingbird. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Captain Brown with original hand color....

Great image of dolphins. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. ...