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Imperial Splendor: Emperor Maximilian on Parade, 1847
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Title: "Regal Bearing: Emperor Maximilian on Parade"
Description: This historical illustration depicts Emperor Maximilian arrayed in full regalia, mounted on a proud and well-groomed steed. Maximilian, known for his pivotal role in European history, sits with an air of composed authority, reflecting his status as a ruler and a commander.
The Emperor's armor is detailed and functional, highlighted with elements that signify his imperial status. His helmet is adorned with a distinctive plume, signaling his high rank and adding to the pageantry of his appearance. The horse's caparison is resplendent, emblazoned with the heraldic colors and symbols associated with the Emperor, indicating his royal lineage and the vast territories under his reign.
Maximilian's posture, upright and confident, along with his hand resting on the pommel of his sword, is emblematic of his readiness to lead and defend his empire. The overall composition of the illustration, from the Emperor's regal attire to the horse's elaborate trappings, is a powerful representation of the majesty and the ceremonial splendor that surrounded the European nobility and their courts during the Renaissance. It's a window into the past, capturing the essence of the imperial power and the grandeur of the era.
The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance.
Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image.
Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces.
In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts, the original artists might have employed techniques or materials that gave a similar effect to those achieved with egg-based binders and varnishes.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1847
- Condition:Good. Overal light toning and light soiling but the image itself clean and hand-colored almost 200 years ago and still in expliciet colors. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, mostly around the edges. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13635-791stDibs: LU3054337906062
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