ISBN: 9780243910632 - Spectaculorum in Susceptione Philippi Hisp. Prin. Divi Caroli V. Cæs. F. An. 1549, Antuerpiæ Æditorum, Mirificus Apparatus (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a meticulous and vividly illustrated account of the grand triumphal entry of Philip, Prince of Spain, into Antwerp in 1549. As Philip's father, Emperor Charles V, prepared to abdicate, this elaborate spectacle was organized to proclaim the prince as the heir apparent. The author provides a detailed description of the parade's captivating floats and costumes, which symbolize the vastness and splendor of the Spanish empire. Additionally, the book delves into the historical significance of this event, exploring the political and social context of the Habsburg dynasty in the 16th century. Through a rich tapestry of archival research and engaging prose, this book offers a unique glimpse into the grandeur and symbolism of Renaissance pageantry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…