Rare Special Editions available from ACC Art Books –  More Information

Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.
Book cover of Margaret of Parma: The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image, with a portrait painting of the Duchess. Published by Hannibal Books.

Margaret, Duchess of Parma

The Emperor’s Daughter Between Power and Image

By (author) Katrien Lichtert
By (author) Giampiero Brunelli
By (author) René Vermeir

£50.00

Log in to add this to your wishlist.
  • This richly illustrated book throws light on the legacy and life of Margaret of Parma, whose importance in 16th century Europe has often been overshadowed
  • Published on the occasion of the exhibition Margaret – The Emperor’s Daughter between Power and Image in MOU, Oudenaarde, Belgium from September 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025 with loans from major museums as the Louvre, Galleria Nazionale Parma, Museo Nazionale di Napoli, Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, The British Museum and many others
  • Image credits: © Szepmüvészeti Museum, Boedapest, © Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Gemäldegalerie, Berlijn, © University of Warsaw Library
Full Description

Step back in time to the captivating world of 16th-century Europe with this compelling portrait of Margaret of Parma, governor of the Netherlands for Philip II of Spain, and a woman who left an indelible mark on history. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research, this book delves into the life and legacy of Margaret, shedding light on her influence and contributions to the tumultuous political landscape of her era. From exhilarating falcon hunts to lavish feasts, intricate etiquette, and the complexities of dress codes, readers are transported to a time of opulence and intrigue. With profound reflections on customs and traditions, this captivating narrative offers a rich tapestry of life in the Renaissance court.

Within the possibilities of her role, she tried to prevent war and bloodshed. Religious conflicts would divide Europe for more than another century. Margaret of Parma’s story is sure to leave a lasting impression.

About the Author

Katrien Lichtert is art historian, her research focuses on art and culture in the late medieval and early modern Southern Netherlands. She is the author of Adriaen Brouwer – Master of Emotions and The World of Bruegel.

Look Inside
Specifications
Publisher
Hannibal Publishers
ISBN
9789464941333
Published
16th Oct 2024
Binding
Hardback
Territory
World excluding Benelux, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Portugal, Spain, and Italy
Size
265 mm x 215 mm
Pages
240 Pages
Illustrations
180 color
Recently Viewed

Please log-in or create an account to see your recent items.