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Aeneas Piccolomini Introduces Eleonora of Portugal to Frederick III, 1502-1508, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven
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Aeneas Piccolomini Introduces Eleonora of Portugal to Frederick III, 1502-1508, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven
Aeneas Piccolomini Introduces Eleonora of Portugal to Frederick III, 1502-1508, (1870). Piccolomini successfully arranged the marriage of Eleonore of Portugal to the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III in 1450. He later became Pope Pius II. Found in the collection of the Piccolomini Library, Duomo, Siena. A print from Les Chef D oeuvre de la Peinture Italienne by Paul Mantz, Paris, 1870
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The captivating print titled "Aeneas Piccolomini Introduces Eleonora of Portugal to Frederick III, 1502-1508" takes us back to a significant historical moment. Painted by Franz Kellerhoven in 1870, it depicts the successful marriage arrangement between Eleonore of Portugal and Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III in 1450. Aeneas Piccolomini, who later became Pope Pius II, is portrayed as the ambassador responsible for orchestrating this union. The scene unfolds within the grandeur of the Piccolomini Library in Duomo, Siena. The composition showcases intricate details such as vibrant colors and ornate costumes that epitomize Italian art from the Renaissance period. As we delve into this masterpiece, our eyes are drawn to Aeneas standing tall beside a majestic horse while introducing Eleonora to Frederick III. The surrounding architecture with its towering columns adds an air of regality and importance to the occasion. The painting not only captures a historic event but also symbolizes diplomacy and alliance-building during that era. It highlights how religion played a crucial role in politics as well as showcasing elements of heraldry through coats of arms displayed throughout the artwork. This print allows us to appreciate both the artistic prowess of Franz Kellerhoven and the historical significance behind Aeneas Piccolomini's achievement. It serves as a reminder that art has always been intertwined with politics and can transport us back in time to witness important moments like these firsthand.
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