Carl V / Hre / Oval Eng
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Carl V / Hre / Oval Eng
CARL V / KARL V Holy Roman Emperor, also King of Spain as Charles I Date: 1500 - 1558
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1500 1558 Carl Chain Karl Oval
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This striking print depicts the regal figure of Carl V, also known as Charles I, who ruled as Holy Roman Emperor from 1519 to 1556 and as King of Spain from 1516 to 1556. Born in Ghent, Belgium, in 1500, Carl V was the last Habsburg ruler to hold both the imperial and Spanish thrones at the same time. The intricately designed oval border of this print frames the image of the emperor, emphasizing his grandeur and importance. Carl V's reign was marked by significant political and religious developments. He played a key role in the Italian Wars and was instrumental in the sack of Rome in 1527. In 1521, he was crowned Holy Roman Emperor in Aachen, Germany, and later in 1522, he was elected King of the Romans, the first step towards becoming Holy Roman Emperor. The emperor's reign was also marked by the Protestant Reformation, which challenged the Catholic Church's authority. In response, Carl V convened the Council of Trent in 1545, which helped to strengthen the Catholic Church and counter the spread of Protestantism. This print shows Carl V wearing the imperial chain, a symbol of his power and authority. The ornate decorations on the chain and the emperor's richly adorned clothing reflect the grandeur of the Habsburg court. The emperor's serious expression and the intense gaze of his eyes convey a sense of determination and strength. Carl V's reign came to an end in 1556 when he abdicated in favor of his son, Philip II of Spain. He died in 1558, leaving behind a complex legacy that shaped European history for centuries to come.
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