Vintage Gothic Renaissance Print of Archduke Charles (Emperor Charles V) Festival Entrance year 1515

This artwork depicts a momentous chapter of European history. This vintage framed print details the Joyeuse Entrée (festive entrance) of Archduke Charles (the future Roman-German King and Emperor Charles V) into Bruges in 1515. This grand ritual celebrated the occasion of his majority, marking his official assumption of government power over the Burgundian territories. The scene illustrates the legendary pageantry of the event, most notably the "wax donkey"—a ceremonial animal carrying a massive, tiered rack of candles—which served as a powerful symbol of the city's wealth and its devotion to its new ruler. Surrounding the procession are guards and attendants in the striking red and white striped livery of Bruges, all set against the backdrop of the city’s distinctive blue-painted ceremonial gate.

Professionally custom-framed by Follow Your Art Inc. in Long Beach, NY (c. late 1980s/early 1990s), this high-quality reproduction captures the intricate International Gothic style used to document the 16th-century ceremonies. The print is elegantly housed with a deep cream mat and a slender gold-finish wood frame, preserving the vibrant narrative of the 1515 celebration. As a depiction of a future Emperor’s "coming of age" ceremony, this piece is an exceptional focal point for "dark academia," library, or traditional interiors, appealing specifically to those with a deep interest in Habsburg history and Renaissance pageantry.

Condition: Wear to vintage frame consistent with vintage age. Due to not being able to access the print inside the frame without removing the backing, origins of the print are unknown. Lithographic print quality.

Measurements (approximate - rounded to the nearest quarter inch):
14 inches in height
12 inches wide
0.75 inches in depth

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