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Portrait of Emperor Charles V
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
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Portrait of Charles V of Habsburg, framed in an ornate architectural surround with allegorical figures. Below the portrait are personifications of Germany and Africa. The personification of Germany is surrounded by a cornucopia, musical instruments and other symbols of wealth. The personification of Africa sits amidst weapons.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionCredit linePortret van keizer Karel V. 1550. Nicolò della Casa. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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