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Jagiellonian Collection

"Jagiellonian: A Glimpse into the Royal Dynasty" Step back in time with these captivating portraits of members from the Jagiellonian Dynasty

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Portrait of Anne of Hungary and Bohemia, 1519. Creator: Hans Maler

Portrait of Anne of Hungary and Bohemia, 1519. Creator: Hans Maler
Portrait of Anne of Hungary and Bohemia, 1519.

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Sigismund I, 1467-1548, King of Poland, 1667. Creator: David Frumerie

Sigismund I, 1467-1548, King of Poland, 1667. Creator: David Frumerie
Sigismund I, 1467-1548, King of Poland, 1667

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Barbara, 1478-1535, Princess of Poland, Duchess of Saxony, c16th century. Creator: Anon

Barbara, 1478-1535, Princess of Poland, Duchess of Saxony, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Barbara, 1478-1535, Princess of Poland, Duchess of Saxony, c16th century

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Portraits of Members of the Jagiellonian Dynasty, c. 1565 (oil on panel)

Portraits of Members of the Jagiellonian Dynasty, c. 1565 (oil on panel)
CZA113186 Portraits of Members of the Jagiellonian Dynasty, c.1565 (oil on panel) by Cranach, Lucas, the Younger (1515-86) (school of); 195 x 175 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Harvest scene, with Ferdinand I (1503-64), his wife Anne of Bohemia and Hungary

Harvest scene, with Ferdinand I (1503-64), his wife Anne of Bohemia and Hungary, and their children, c
XAM72515 Harvest scene, with Ferdinand I (1503-64), his wife Anne of Bohemia and Hungary, and their children, c.1620 (oil on canvas) by European School, (17th century); Schloss Schonbrunn, Vienna

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Mary of Austria, c. 1520 (oil on vellum on panel)

Mary of Austria, c. 1520 (oil on vellum on panel)
SOA235459 Mary of Austria, c.1520 (oil on vellum on panel) by Maler, Hans or Johan (fl.1510-1523); 48.5x36 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London, UK; (add.info.: Mary of Austria)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Dedication to the king of Poland Sigismund II Augustus I in The Counsellor

Dedication to the king of Poland Sigismund II Augustus I in The Counsellor
529187 Dedication to the king of Poland Sigismund II Augustus I in The Counsellor, the first English translation of Wawrzyniec Grzymaa Goolickis De optimo senatore, 1598 (print) by English School

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: The Sale of the Castle of Marienburg in 1457 to King Casimir IV of Poland

The Sale of the Castle of Marienburg in 1457 to King Casimir IV of Poland
CHT277007 The Sale of the Castle of Marienburg in 1457 to King Casimir IV of Poland, 1854 (engraving) by Rosenfelder, Ludwig (1813-81) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Barbara Radziwiłłowna (litho)

Barbara Radziwiłłowna (litho)
821135 Barbara Radziwiłłowna (litho) by Polish School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barbara Radziwiłł (6 December 1520 - 8 May 1551)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Wladyslaw II Jagiello before the Battle of Tannenberg, 15th July 1410

Wladyslaw II Jagiello before the Battle of Tannenberg, 15th July 1410
AGR145107 Wladyslaw II Jagiello before the Battle of Tannenberg, 15th July 1410, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Piotrowski, Maksymiljan Antoni (1813-75); 32.5x41 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Hedwige, Marquise d Arquien, Queen of Poland from Receuil des Estampes

Hedwige, Marquise d Arquien, Queen of Poland from Receuil des Estampes
STC196357 Hedwige, Marquise d Arquien, Queen of Poland from Receuil des Estampes, Representant les Rangs et les Dignites, suivant le Costume de toutes les Nations existantes

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Tu felix Austria nube: engagement of the grandchildren of the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I

Tu felix Austria nube: engagement of the grandchildren of the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I
6000582 Tu felix Austria nube: engagement of the grandchildren of the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I and the children of King Ladislaus II of Bohemia and Hungary in St Stephens Cathedral, Vienna

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Barbara Radziwill, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper)

Barbara Radziwill, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper)
CZA229161 Barbara Radziwill, c.1553-56 (oil on copper) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86) (studio of); 19.7x17.8 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Zygmunt II August (1520-72) King of Poland, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper) (see also 113186)

Zygmunt II August (1520-72) King of Poland, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper) (see also 113186)
CZA228931 Zygmunt II August (1520-72) King of Poland, c.1553-56 (oil on copper) (see also 113186) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86) (studio of); 19.7x17.8 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Katarzyna Jagiellonka of Poland, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper)

Katarzyna Jagiellonka of Poland, c. 1553-56 (oil on copper)
CZA228928 Katarzyna Jagiellonka of Poland, c.1553-56 (oil on copper) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86) (studio of); 19.7x17.8 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Queen Isabellas Farewell to Transylvania, 1863 (oil on canvas)

Queen Isabellas Farewell to Transylvania, 1863 (oil on canvas)
BAL47808 Queen Isabellas Farewell to Transylvania, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Wagner, Sandor (1838-1919); 128x167 cm; Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Barbara Jagiellon, from Les Arts au Moyen Age, 1873 (engraving)

Barbara Jagiellon, from Les Arts au Moyen Age, 1873 (engraving)
KW415652 Barbara Jagiellon, from Les Arts au Moyen Age, 1873 (engraving) by Cranach, Lucas the Elder (1472-1553) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Sigismund II Augustus, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (engraving)

Sigismund II Augustus, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (engraving)
XIR382389 Sigismund II Augustus, King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (engraving) by Custos, Dominicus or Custodis (c.1560-1612); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Mary of Habsburg, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, 1825 (engraving)

Mary of Habsburg, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, 1825 (engraving)
KW312732 Mary of Habsburg, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, 1825 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary of Austria)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: John III Sobieski (oil on canvas)

John III Sobieski (oil on canvas)
XIR197217 John III Sobieski (oil on canvas) by Tricius, Alexandre Jan (c.1620-1692/98); Jagiellonian Library, Cracow, Poland; (add.info.: John III Sobieski)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Council chamber of the Collegium Maius Museum of the

Council chamber of the Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University, the oldest university building and connected with Copernicus, Old Town District, Krakow (Cracow)

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Library of the Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University

Library of the Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University, the oldest university building and connected with Copernicus, Old Town District, Krakow (Cracow), UNESCO World Heritage Site

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: Over the door to the entrance to the library of the

Over the door to the entrance to the library of the Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University, the oldest university building and connected with Copernicus, Old Town District

Background imageJagiellonian Collection: The Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University

The Collegium Maius Museum of the Jagiellonian University, the oldest university building and connected with Copernicus, Old Town District, Krakow (Cracow), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Poland, Europe



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"Jagiellonian: A Glimpse into the Royal Dynasty" Step back in time with these captivating portraits of members from the Jagiellonian Dynasty. Painted around 1565, these oil on panel masterpieces offer a window into the lives and legacies of this influential family. In one painting, we witness a bountiful harvest scene featuring Ferdinand I, his wife Anne of Bohemia and Hungary, and their children. The vibrant colors on canvas transport us to a time when agriculture played a vital role in society. Another portrait showcases Mary of Austria, captured beautifully on vellum. This delicate medium adds an ethereal quality to her image, allowing us to appreciate her regal elegance. The dedication to King Sigismund II Augustus I in "The Counsellor" speaks volumes about the dynasty's importance. It highlights their influence not only within Poland but also across Europe during that era. Delving deeper into history, we discover the significant sale of Marienburg Castle to King Casimir IV of Poland in 1457. This event marked a pivotal moment for both parties involved and shaped future dynastic alliances. Barbara Radziwiłłówna's lithograph portrays her grace and beauty as she holds court during her reign as queen consort. Her presence is strikingly captured through this art form. Moving further back in time, we encounter Władysław II Jagiełło before the Battle of Tannenberg in 1410. The intensity emanating from his portrait hints at the challenges he faced as he prepared for battle against formidable opponents. Hedwige de La Marck-Arquien's depiction reveals another facet of royal life - marriage alliances between powerful families. The engagement ceremony held at St Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna symbolizes political unions that shaped European history. Anna of Austria's oil-on-canvas portrait exudes poise and sophistication befitting a queen.