Francis I Collection (#6)

Renaissance Art in Italy: Benvenuto Cellini, (c1900). Cellini (1500-1571) presents the famous saltcellar to the King of France, Francis I. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

Francis I, King of France, (1807). Artist: G Cooke
Francis I, King of France, (1807). Francis (1494-1547) ruled France from 1515. He is regarded as Frances fist Renaissance monarch and his kingdom underwent great cultural advances during his reign

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (c1850). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

French costume: Francis I, (1882). Illustration showing costume from 1515-1545, from The History Of Fashion In France by Augustin Challamel, Frances Cashel Hoey and John Lillie, (1882)

Francis I and Eleonore at their Devotions, 1515-1547, (1870). Artist: Franz Kellerhoven
Francis I and Eleonore at their Devotions, 1515-1547, (1870). Portion of a stained glass window in the church of St Gudule, Brussels

Chateau de Chambord, Loir-et-Cher, France, 1875. Artist: James Tingle
Chateau de Chambord, Loir-et-Cher, France, 1875. The 16th-century palace of Francois I

Francis I and Diane de Poitiers. Artist: Maclise, Daniel (1806-1870)
Francis I and Diane de Poitiers. Private Collection

Francis I in the Studio of Benvenuto Cellini, 1837. Artist: Podesti, Francesco (1800-1895)
Francis I in the Studio of Benvenuto Cellini, 1837. Found in the collection of the Galleria nazionale d arte moderna Rome

Portrait of Holy Roman Emperor Francis II (1768-1835). Artist: Lampi, Johann-Baptist, the Younger (1775-1837)
Portrait of Holy Roman Emperor Francis II (1768-1835). From a private collection

Portrait of Emperor Francis I (1708-1765), 1861. Private Collection

Francis I, King of France, 1536. Artist: Jacques Prevost
Francis I, King of France, 1536. Francis (1494-1547) ruled France from 1515. He is regarded as Frances fist Renaissance monarch and his kingdom underwent great cultural advances during his reign

Francois I creates knight at Bayard, 1515, c19th Century
Francois I creates knight at Bayard, 1515, 19th Century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

Francis I, Emperor of Austria, 1814. Francis I of Austria (1768-1835) became the last Holy Roman Emperor in 1792. The Holy Roman Empire was dissolved following Austrias disastrous defeat by Napoleon

The house of Francis I, Champs-Elysees, Paris, 1830

The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Artist: James Basire I
The Field Of The Cloth Of Gold, 1520, (1896). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold, the meeting place near Calais in France

Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor, 1815. Artist: Henri Meyer
Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor, 1815. Francis I of Austria (1768-1835) became Holy Roman Emperor in 1792

Austrian Imperial Family, c1764. Empress Maria Teresa (1717-1780), Archduchess of Austria, Queen of Hungary and Bohemia (1740-1780) with husband Emperor Francis I (1708-1765)

Visit of King Francis I and the Queen of Naples to Charles X at St Cloud, May 1830 (19th century). The Royal Palace at St Cloud, built in 1572

Francois I Salon, 16th century
Francois I Salon, at Fontainebleau in France, 16th century

The Emperor Family of Austria, 1856. Artist: Bayer, Joseph (1820-1879)
The Emperor Family of Austria, 1856. From a private collection

Emperor Nicholas I at the coffin of Emperor Francis I of Austria, ca 1835. Artist: Anonymous
Emperor Nicholas I at the coffin of Emperor Francis I of Austria, ca 1835. From a private collection

Francis II, Holy Roman Emperor. Francis I of Austria (1768-1835) became Holy Roman Emperor in 1792

Nobleman Time Francis I 1833 Etching drypoint
Artokoloro

Nymph Fontainebleau n. d Engraving Sheet 12 1 / 2 x 20 3 / 4
Artokoloro

Source Size = 3986 x 2753
Tower of Francis I, at Havre, in Course of Demolition to Improve the Entrance to the Harbour

Source Size = 3841 x 2938
Ancient Chimney, Time of Francis I. Morlaix, Brittany, France

Source Size = 3981 x 1293
Bas-Relief in the Princes Chamber, Westminster Palace, Meeting of Henry Viii. of England and Francis I. of France on the Field of Cloth of Gold

The Allied Sovereigns in Paris, 1815, Alexander I, Emperor of Russia, Louis XVIII
XJF909388 The Allied Sovereigns in Paris, 1815, Alexander I, Emperor of Russia, Louis XVIII, King of France, Francis I, Emperor of Austria and Frederick William III, King of Prussia

Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520 (central of the tents) (oil on canvas)
XIR901633 Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520 (central of the tents) (oil on canvas) by Bouterwek, Friedrich (1806-67); ChAteau de Versailles

Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520 (central detail) (oil on canvas)
XIR901632 Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520 (central detail) (oil on canvas) by Bouterwek, Friedrich (1806-67); ChAteau de Versailles

The Marriage Feast at Cana, c. 1562 (oil on canvas) (detail of 158295)
XIR869989 The Marriage Feast at Cana, c.1562 (oil on canvas) (detail of 158295) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: ); Italian, out of copyright

Man-of-War which carried King Henry VIII to the Field of Cloth of Gold, c. 1880 (litho)
KW441356 Man-of-War which carried King Henry VIII to the Field of Cloth of Gold, c.1880 (litho) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Staircase of Francis I. Chateau of Blois, France, 1871

Equestrian Statue of Francis I to the court of the Louvre by M. Clesinger, 1855. Engraving

Elysium and Sartarus or the State of Final Retribution, 1791 (etching)
XYC291021 Elysium and Sartarus or the State of Final Retribution, 1791 (etching) by Barry, James (1741-1806); Yale Center for British Art, Yale Art Gallery Collection; Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John E

The Head of the Great Nation in a Queer Situation, 1813 (hand coloured etching)
XJF2634693 The Head of the Great Nation in a Queer Situation, 1813 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Francis I, King of France, Benjamin Wolff, 1809

Francis I, Franz I. the first Emperor of Austria, Kaiser von Osterreich, 1768-1835, Emperor of Austria, Anonymous, 1800 - 1820, Portrait miniature

Giovanni de Medici and King Francis I, print maker: Hendrick Goltzius attributed to, Jan van der Straet, Philips Galle, 1576 - 1580 and/or 1583

The capturing of Francis I at the Battle of Pavia, 1525, possibly Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert, 1555 - 1556

Francis I, Duke of Brittany (engraving)
XIR1248978 Francis I, Duke of Brittany (engraving) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Francis I (French)

Letter from Francis I of France to the Parlement of Bordeaux, 1529 (pen & ink on paper)
XIR1248975 Letter from Francis I of France to the Parlement of Bordeaux, 1529 (pen & ink on paper) by French School, (16th century); Musee Municipal, Cambrai

The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of the left hand side, c. 1562 (oil on canvas)
XIR173162 The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of the left hand side, c.1562 (oil on canvas) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Louvre, Paris

The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of the right hand side, c. 1562 (oil on canvas)
XIR158295 The Marriage Feast at Cana, detail of the right hand side, c.1562 (oil on canvas) by Veronese, (Paolo Caliari) (1528-88); Louvre, Paris

Meeting at the Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520, after Hans Holbein the Elder
XIR158275 Meeting at the Field of the Cloth of Gold, 7th June 1520, after Hans Holbein the Elder (1460/5-1524) (oil on canvas) by Bouterwek, Friedrich (1806-67); ChAteau de Versailles

SULEIMAN THE MAGNIFICENT (c1494-1566). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 1520-1566. The reception of a French delegation sent by King Francis I at Belgrade, 1532

FRENCH COURTIERS. Meeting of notaries and secretaries of King Francis I of France. French manuscript illumination, 16th century

SULEIMAN: SIGNATURE. Seal and signature of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent on a letter to King Francis I of France, 1528

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"Francis I: A Renaissance King and His Enigmatic Legacy" Step into the captivating world of Francis I, a prominent figure in European history. Known for his patronage of the arts and his political prowess, Francis I left an indelible mark on France and beyond. One of the most iconic portraits associated with this enigmatic ruler is "La Belle Ferronniere, " a masterpiece from 1490-1496. This painting showcases an unknown woman, her gaze both alluring and mysterious. It serves as a testament to Francis I's appreciation for beauty and elegance. Another striking depiction is the oil-on-canvas portrait himself. Painted with meticulous detail, it captures his regal stature and commanding presence. The artist skillfully portrays the king's authority while hinting at his complex personality beneath the surface. Intriguingly, there are multiple references to unidentified women throughout history who were connected to Francis I. Isabella Stewart, also known as Isabel Stewart or Isabel of Scotland, was one such figure—a Scottish princess married to Duke Francis I of Brittany. Their union symbolized political alliances during turbulent times. The Field of the Cloth of Gold stands as another significant event linked to Francis I's reign—an extravagant meeting between him and Henry VIII that showcased their power through lavish displays and tournaments. Though painted in 1890 by an unknown artist, this artwork immortalizes a momentous occasion in European diplomacy. Cellini's encounter with King Francis I further highlights his passion for artistry. Cellini was visited by the king himself—an acknowledgment that elevated Cellini's work to new heights within royal circles. As we delve deeper into history, we discover landscapes containing silhouettes—anonymous figures who witnessed these extraordinary events unfold during Francis I's rule from 1793-1800. Their presence adds depth to our understanding of this era filled with intrigue and transformation.