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Francis I King Of France Collection

"Francis I: The Renaissance King of France" Step back in time and explore the captivating reign of Francis I

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: The Death of Leonardo da Vinci in the Arms of François I, c1781

The Death of Leonardo da Vinci in the Arms of François I, c1781. Creator: Francois Guillaume Menageot
The Death of Leonardo da Vinci in the Arms of Francois I, c1781

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Scene from the life of King Francis I of France, 1822-1880. Creators: King Francis I of France

Scene from the life of King Francis I of France, 1822-1880. Creators: King Francis I of France, Reinier Craeyvanger
Scene from the life of King Francis I of France, 1822-1880. The king with two ladies standing by a window, holding a dagger in his right hand

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francis I (1494-1547), King of France, 1809. Creator: Unknown

Francis I (1494-1547), King of France, 1809. Creator: Unknown
Francis I (1494-1547), King of France, 1809. Copy after Titian

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: François Ier reçoit les derniers soupirs de Léonard de Vinci, 1818

François Ier reçoit les derniers soupirs de Léonard de Vinci, 1818. Creator: Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
Francois Ier recoit les derniers soupirs de Leonard de Vinci, 1818

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Sketch for the Denon pavilion at the Louvre: the four artistic ages of France... c.1864

Sketch for the Denon pavilion at the Louvre: the four artistic ages of France... c.1864
Sketch for the Denon pavilion at the Louvre: the four artistic ages of France - presenting the plans for the chateau of Fontainebleau to Francis I, c.1864

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Portrait of Francois I, king of France, c1535. Creator: Joos van Cleve

Portrait of Francois I, king of France, c1535. Creator: Joos van Cleve
Portrait of Francois I, king of France, c1535

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francis I and the Duchess d'Étampes, n.d. Creator: Unknown

Francis I and the Duchess d'Étampes, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Francis I and the Duchess d'Etampes, n.d

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: The Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1890). Creator: Unknown

The Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1890). Creator: Unknown
The Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1890). Field of the Cloth of Gold at Balinghem was a tournament held in June 1520, between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Designs for frames after the Galerie de Francois 1er at Fontainebleau, 1542-47

Designs for frames after the Galerie de Francois 1er at Fontainebleau, 1542-47

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: A Lord from the Period of Francis I (Un Seigneur de temps de Francois Ier), 1833

A Lord from the Period of Francis I (Un Seigneur de temps de Francois Ier), 1833

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francois I, King of France, dated 1536. Creator: Agostino Veneziano

Francois I, King of France, dated 1536. Creator: Agostino Veneziano
Francois I, King of France, dated 1536

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: A Nobleman from the Time of Francis I, 1833. 1833. Creator: Eugene Delacroix

A Nobleman from the Time of Francis I, 1833. 1833. Creator: Eugene Delacroix
A Nobleman from the Time of Francis I, 1833

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d Etampes, ca. 1535-40. Creator: Corneille de Lyon

Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d Etampes, ca. 1535-40. Creator: Corneille de Lyon
Anne de Pisseleu (1508-1576), Duchesse d Etampes, ca. 1535-40. Renowned for her brilliance and beauty, Anne de Pisseleu was the mistress of Francis I. With letter A embroidered in gold thread

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francis I (1494-1547), King of France. Creator: Workshop of Joos van Cleve (Netherlandish

Francis I (1494-1547), King of France. Creator: Workshop of Joos van Cleve (Netherlandish
Francis I (1494-1547), King of France. Francis holds the golden pommel of a precious sword. (ca. 1485-1540/41)

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: John De Medici, (1498-1526), 1830. Creator: Unknown

John De Medici, (1498-1526), 1830. Creator: Unknown
John De Medici, (1498-1526), 1830. Lodovico de Medici (1498-1526) Italian condottiero who carried arms for Pope Leo X and Francis I of France, shot in battle near Governolo

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francoise de Foix, Comtesse de Chateaubriant, early 16th century, (1907)

Francoise de Foix, Comtesse de Chateaubriant, early 16th century, (1907). Portrait of the Countess of Chateaubriant (c1495-1537), chief mistress of Francis I of France

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francis I, King of France, c1540s?, (1907). Creator: Unknown

Francis I, King of France, c1540s?, (1907). Creator: Unknown
Francis I, King of France, c1540s?, (1907). Portrait of Francis (1494-1547) who ruled France from 1515. He is regarded as Frances first Renaissance monarch

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Bayard, (1473-1524), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Bayard, (1473-1524), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Bayard, (1473-1524), 1830. Pierre Terrail (1473-1524) French knight, known as the Chevalier de Bayard, descendant of a noble family in service to King Charles VIII of France

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: La belle Feronnaire, c1830. Creator: Francois-Seraphin Delpech

La belle Feronnaire, c1830. Creator: Francois-Seraphin Delpech
La belle Feronnaire, c1830. Portrait of a lady, usually attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, known as Portrait of an Unknown Woman, reputedly a mistress of Francis I of France

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Francis I, c1520-1540, (1890). Creator: Unknown

Francis I, c1520-1540, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Francis I, c1520-1540, (1890). Francis I of France (1494-1547) King of France from 1515 until his death in 1547 the ninth king from the House of Valois and a patron of the arts

Background imageFrancis I King Of France Collection: Treaty of Cambrai, 1529 (vellum) (b / w photo)

Treaty of Cambrai, 1529 (vellum) (b / w photo)
XIR163450 Treaty of Cambrai, 1529 (vellum) (b/w photo) by French School, (16th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris



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"Francis I: The Renaissance King of France" Step back in time and explore the captivating reign of Francis I, the influential monarch who left an indelible mark on French history. From his grand diplomatic endeavors to his patronage of the arts, Francis I was a true embodiment of the Renaissance spirit. Immerse yourself in the opulence and splendor of "The Field of the Cloth of Gold, " a monumental event that showcased Francis I's power and magnificence. This iconic painting from 1890 transports us to 1520, where we witness a meeting between Francis I and Henry VIII, symbolizing their fragile alliance. Delve into the intricate designs for frames after Galerie de Francois 1er at Fontainebleau, created between 1542-47. These exquisite works exemplify Francis I's passion for artistry and his desire to transform Fontainebleau into a cultural hub that rivaled Italy's finest palaces. Discover portraits that bring this enigmatic ruler to life. Agostino Veneziano's dated depiction from 1536 captures Francis I's regal presence while Eugene Delacroix's portrayal from 1833 immortalizes a nobleman from his era, showcasing both power and elegance. Uncover key figures who shaped Francis I's world. Anne de Pisseleu, Duchesse d'Etampes, portrayed by Corneille de Lyon around 1535-40, offers insight into courtly intrigue during this period. Meanwhile, Joos van Cleve’s workshop presents us with an intriguing portrait believed to be that of King Francis himself. Explore society beyond royalty through depictions like John De Medici (1498-1526), whose image hails from an unknown creator in 1830 or Francoise de Foix as Comtesse de Chateaubriant in early sixteenth century attire captured beautifully in1907.