Description
This book takes readers to the era of Rudolf II’s reign (1576–1611), when Prague becomes the capital of the Holy Roman Empire and the imperial court a sought-after destination for scholars, artists, magicians and adventurers. As the author says, anyone who mattered in the empire and beyond, and wanted to achieve something, had to visit Prague. A historical introduction leads into an informed tour of Rudolfine Prague, still surrounded by mystery and legends. Eliška Fučíková, an outstanding expert on Rudolfine art, guides readers through the period’s Prague landmarks and historical sites, including a glimpse into the famed imperial collections. Her lively text accompanies around one hundred color reproductions of late-Renaissance buildings and monuments, documentary images, an index of locations with a map of Rudolfine landmarks, and an overview of important figures.
Information
Author: Fučíková Eliška
Language: Czech
Publication date: December 1, 2014
Manufacturer: Nakladatelství Karolinum
Genres: Non-fiction literature, Travel, Books, History and facts
Type: Paperback book
Pages: 200
ISBN/EAN: 9788024622644