Charles I of Spain and V of Germany (1500-1558). Portrait o
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Charles I of Spain and V of Germany (1500-1558). Portrait o
Charles I of Spain and V of Germany (1500-1558). King of Spain (1517-1556) and Emperor of Germany (1519-1556). First Spanish monarch of the House of Austria. Son of Philip the Handsome and Joanna the Mad. Portrait of Charles V with a Dog (1533) by Titian (c 1490-1576). Oil on canvas. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain
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This striking portrait, titled "Charles V with a Dog" by the renowned Venetian artist Titian, captures the complex and multifaceted nature of Charles I of Spain and V of Germany (1500-1558). Depicted here, Charles is shown in the prime of his reign as the first Spanish monarch of the House of Austria. Born as the son of Philip the Handsome and Joanna the Mad, he ascended to the throne of Spain in 1517 and was elected Holy Roman Emperor in 1519. The image of Charles, dressed in the regal attire of the time, is juxtaposed with the casual presence of a hunting dog at his feet. This contrast highlights the duality of his role as a monarch, balancing the weighty responsibilities of ruling two powerful realms with the simpler pleasures of life. The portrait, painted in oil on canvas in 1533, is a testament to the artistic prowess of Titian during the modern age. The painting's rich colors and masterful brushstrokes bring the subject to life, capturing the essence of Charles V as a historical figure. Charles V's reign was marked by significant events, including the Sack of Rome in 1527 and the subsequent reforms of the Holy Roman Empire, as well as the abdication of the throne in 1556. This portrait, now housed in the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of this influential monarch during the 16th century.
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