Artwork
Charles the Great, King Arthur and Godfrey of Bouillon
Charles the Great, King Arthur and Godfrey of Bouillon is a print by the Renaissance artist Rudolph Meyer. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This print from the Renaissance period depicts three historical figures in elaborate armor and costumes.
About this work
Overview
This print from the Renaissance period depicts three historical figures in elaborate armor and costumes. The image is characterized by intricate details and a plain background that highlights the subjects.
Subject & Meaning
The three figures represented are Charles the Great, King Arthur, and Godfrey of Bouillon, exemplars of chivalric virtue and leadership from the medieval Christian tradition known as the Nine Worthies.
Technique & Style
The print showcases the artist's attention to detail in the rendering of the figures' armor and clothing. The use of a plain background serves to emphasize the subjects and their symbolic significance.
History & Provenance
The print is held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, indicating its significance within the context of Renaissance art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rudolph Wilhelm Meyer (1826–1897) was a German who managed an early agricultural business in the Kingdom of Hawaii.
