The Art of Charles V
Dynastic
Religious
Personal
Political
1 - Tapestry -
5 - The Fury (statue) -
Statue of the Virgin Mary being carried by Charles' brothers. Representing Charles' (17 at the time) devotion.
2 - Painting -
6 - Bust -
The bust represents the victory of Mulburg over the Protestants and the political power Charles gained from it. This is shown through the bust wearing the victorious armour.
4 - Poem -
Talks of Charles' good deeds, his birthplace, dynasty, his family. It also includes what he is going to, his plans for the future.
7 - Charles at Mulburg (Painting)
Charles shown as a strong and victorious military leader
A statue made to show Charles stopping evil and bringing peace to Europe
There is a red sash with the Virgin Mary shown. Shows further devotion to Catholicism.
8 - Last Judgement (Painting) -
Charles, being humble, asking for forgiveness after his death. It was commissioned for his death. He wears a winding sheet (a white clothe they wrapped bodies in) to show he is dead
There are close personal relatives pictured in the painting, ie, his wife, sisters, son.
His Brother isn't pictured in the painting, he doesn't want to be associated with his brother. His son is shown next to Charles to show who he wants to inherit the throne.
Power move to show off his military and political power. Often done to all other cities he visits. Demonstrates the cities loyalty and love by welcoming him