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The Workshop of Konrad Seusenhofer, c17th century
The Workshop of Konrad Seusenhofer, c17th century. Konrad Seusenhofer (died 1517) was a 16th-century Austrian armourer who worked for Maximilian I. In 1514 Maximilian I presented Henry VIII with a suit of armour which included the ?Horned helmet? or armet. This was later chosen as the symbol of the Royal Armouries in Leeds. From The Connoisseur Vol. XXIV. [Otto Limited, London, 1909]
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Armet Emperor Maximilian Four People Furnace Hammer Hammering Helmet Henry Viii Holy Roman Emperor Kaiser Maximilian King Henry Viii King Maximilian King Of England Maximilian I Suit Of Armour The Connoisseur Workbench Workshop Horned Helmet Konrad
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This print captures the bustling atmosphere of The Workshop of Konrad Seusenhofer, a renowned 17th-century Austrian armourer. In this intimate glimpse into history, four men can be seen diligently working inside the workshop. Dressed in traditional medieval attire, they are engrossed in their craft, hammering away at pieces of armor with focused determination. The workshop itself exudes an aura of industry and craftsmanship. A large furnace stands prominently in the background, radiating warmth and providing the necessary heat for forging metal. Surrounding it are various tools scattered across workbenches, testifying to the meticulous attention to detail required for such intricate work. Konrad Seusenhofer himself was highly esteemed for his skills as an armourer and had the honor of crafting a suit of armor that he presented to King Henry VIII on behalf of Emperor Maximilian I in 1514. This suit included what would later become known as the "Horned helmet" which became emblematic of England's Royal Armouries located in Leeds. Preserved through time by The Connoisseur magazine from London in 1909, this image offers us a glimpse into both historical craftsmanship and royal patronage during the Middle Ages. It serves as a testament to Seusenhofer's legacy as well as a reminder of how artistry transcends centuries and continues to captivate our imagination today.
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