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Tuesday, 03 November 2009 15:34 |
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Charles the Bold is considered one of the most glittering personalities of the 15th century. On the one hand, he was a powerful knight and on the other hand,he appreciated the splendid imperial culture and all types of precious objects. The Museum of Fine Arts presents an impressive exhibition on the last ruler of Burgundy.
After his birth in 1433 , Charles the Bold is dubbed knight of the order of the Golden Fleece . As the Duke of Burgundy , he extends the borders of his dominion, and therefore his influence, in numerous battles. His notable will to power and his military strength soon earn him the sobriquet "the Bold".He surrounds himself with valuable tapestries , noble trinkets and golden arms . For within the war-thirsty commander there also a lies a stylish prince, who likes to dazzle his political opponents with pomp and splendor . In his campaigns against the Swiss he loses incomparable riches ("Burgundy Booty"). Charles the Bold dies on the battlefield in 1477, aged just 43. Through the arranged marriage of his only daughter Maria to Maximilian I, he paves the way world empire for the Hapsburgs : Just two generations later, Emperor Charles V. reigns over an empire on which "the sun never sets".Having visited Bern and Bruges, the exhibition can now be seen - considerably extended - in Vienna. Amongst other things, important items of the famous " Burgundy Booty " are on display. Parts of the exhibition can also be seen in the Treasuries . This historic insight is supplemented with multimedia features, talks, workshops and presentations. |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 03 November 2009 15:39 |
