Who painted Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll?

Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll was painted by Bernhard Strigel in 1501.

Where can I see Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll?

Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll?

Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll

Bernhard Strigel , 1501

Emperor Maximilan I. (1459-1519) with a Scroll is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Bernhard Strigel. It dates from 1501 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. Emperor Maximilian I.

About this work

Overview

Emperor Maximilian I. (1459–1519) with a Scroll is a portrait painted in 1501 by Bernhard Strigel, a German artist of the Swabian school within the Northern Renaissance tradition. The work portrays Emperor Maximilian I in a characteristic pose, holding a scroll against a black background.

Subject & Meaning

The subject, Emperor Maximilian I, is depicted in profile, dressed in attire indicative of his high status: a red hat and a brown robe adorned with gold embroidery. The scroll he holds, pointed to by his left index finger, symbolizes his authority and possibly his interest in literature or law, common attributes in Renaissance portraiture.

Technique & Style

Strigel's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the painting, reflecting the Northern Renaissance emphasis on precision. The bold, dark background contrasts with the vibrant colors of the emperor's attire, drawing focus to the subject. The profile view and scroll motif align with traditional Renaissance portraiture conventions.

History & Provenance

Created in 1501, the painting is associated with Strigel's service to Emperor Maximilian I in various imperial locations. It is currently part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Bernhard Strigel

Bernhard Strigel (c. 1461 – 4 May 1528) was a German portrait and historical painter of the Swabian school, the most important of a family of artists established at Memmingen. He was born at Memmingen and was probably a…