Albert VII (1559–1621), Archduke of Austria, Governor of the Spanish Netherlands

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Dimensionsh x w: Mått 30 x 21 cm

Inventory numberNMGrh 2047

Other titlesTitle (sv): Albrekt VII (1559–1621), ärkehertig av Österrike, ståthållare över Spanska Nederländerna Title (en): Albert VII (1559–1621), Archduke of Austria, Governor of the Spanish Netherlands Previous: Albrekt, 1559-1621, ärkehertig av Österrike

DescriptionDescription: Around 1600 the Spanish Netherlands was the financial and artistic centre of northern Europe. The area, covering roughly what is now Belgium, belonged to the Spanish-Austrian Empire and was ruled by members of the Habsburg family. From 1598, Isabella Clara Eugenia and her husband, Albert, were governors. This was a largely peaceful period, and at their court in Brussels the arts flourished. Following Albert’s death in 1621, Isabella ruled alone until 1633.

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MaterialWood, Oil paint

TechniquePainting

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