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Puppetry at the Court of Margaret of Austria (Mechelen 1515), 1897. Creator: Geets, Willem (1838-1919)
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Puppetry at the Court of Margaret of Austria (Mechelen 1515), 1897. Creator: Geets, Willem (1838-1919)
Puppetry at the Court of Margaret of Austria (Mechelen 1515), 1897. Found in the collection of the Museum Hof van Busleyden
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This oil on canvas painting, titled "Puppetry at the Court of Margaret of Austria (Mechelen 1515)" was created by the Belgian artist Willem Geets in 1897. The scene depicts a grand puppet show taking place at the Court of Archduchess Margaret of Austria in Mechelen, Belgium. Margaret, a prominent figure in European history, served as regent of the Habsburg Netherlands from 1482 to 1494 and later as regent of the Duchy of Savoy from 1518 until her death in 1530. The painting showcases a lively and colorful puppet theater performance, with various hand puppets and marionettes suspended from above, skillfully manipulated by their unseen puppeteers. The audience, composed of elegantly dressed nobles and courtiers, are fully engaged in the show, their expressions reflecting amusement and delight. The stage is adorned with elaborate sets, including a castle backdrop and a moonlit landscape, adding to the enchanting atmosphere. Geets masterfully captures the essence of the genre scene, blending history and art in a single image. The painting is a testament to the popularity of puppetry during the Renaissance period, and the role it played in entertaining the nobility. This exquisite work of art is now part of the esteemed collection of the Museum Hof van Busleyden in Mechelen, Belgium, and serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the region.
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