Divi Caroli. V. imp. opt. max. victoriae, ex multis praecipuae
Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert
1570 - 1640
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
156; 230
About this artwork
height 156 mm x width 230 mm
Art Historical Context
This engraving by Dirck Volckertsz. Coornhert, created between 1570 and 1640, captures the grandeur of imperial victory through the Latin title "Divi Caroli V. imp. opt. max. victoriae, ex multis praecipuae," which celebrates the most notable triumphs of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. Coornhert, a versatile Dutch artist and thinker active during the turbulent years of the Reformation and Dutch Revolt, specialized in engravings that often conveyed moral, political, or historical narratives to a wide audience. Measuring just 156 by 230 millimeters, the compact print format was ideal for circulat...