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The Last Knight: The Art, Armor, and Ambition of Maximilian I Hardcover – Illustrated, October 22, 2019

by Pierre Terjanian (Author)

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A detailed look at the ambition and artistic legacy of Emperor Maximilian I and his passion for armor and chivalry

Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I (1459–1519) crafted a public persona and personal mythology that earned him the romantic sobriquet the “Last Knight” and that perpetuates his legend to this day. In his lifelong quest to establish himself as Europe’s noblest ruler, he commissioned art, epics, and lineages, as well as exceptional armor from the most celebrated armorers in Europe. Published to coincide with the 500th anniversary of his death, this book discusses the ramifications of Maximilian’s wide-ranging political aspirations and artistic legacy and is the first to concentrate on the importance of armor and concepts of chivalry in the construction of his identity.

Maximilian established the prominence of the Habsburgs through advantageous alliances, expanding their dominions across Europe and into the New World. He commissioned grandiose projects, some of which rank among the most ambitious in European history. But more than this, he created a profile for the ruler—a combination of idealism and vainglory—that not only helped shape the identity of the growing German nation but also has resonances in the current political climate worldwide. This superb volume provides a rare picture of how art, armor, and the cult of personality helped shape the politics of Europe at the dawn of the Renaissance.

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340 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Metropolitan Museum of Art
Publication date

October 22, 2019
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9.5 x 1.3 x 11.2 inches
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1588396746
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978-1588396747
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Book Description

Featuring armor, weapons, prints, drawings, paintings, sculptures, tapestries, and military standards, this book looks at masterworks commissioned by Emperor Maximilian I and the role they played in shaping his identity and reputation.

About the Author

Pierre Terjanian is Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Curator in Charge of Arms and Armor at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Metropolitan Museum of Art; Illustrated edition (October 22, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 340 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1588396746
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1588396747
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.22 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.5 x 1.3 x 11.2 inches

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archpriest

A Fantastic Catalogue of the Met Show of the Last Knight

Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2019

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A very high quality art book of the arms and armor of Emperor Maximilian I, his attempts to memorialize his role as a knight, prince and emperor, and the lasting impact of this edifice. The photography as displayed in this book:
quality paper, color and size were superlative.

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J Co

Beautiful book

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2020

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What a beautiful book filled with information pictures and drawings.I would recommend this if you're interested in history, armor , and engraving. Great coffee table edition.

Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2020

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Arrived same day and the book is a treasure. Outstanding quality

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James Connell

Superb book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 10, 2021

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Breathtaking presentation and lavishly illustrated. The Last Knight is backed up by erudite scholarship. This superb book feels as well-crafted as the armour (armor) upon which it provides such an illuminating commentary. This is much more than a pretty coffee table book however. There’s a curator’s sharp focus and attention to detail on individual pieces and objects in various collections but the book also brings to life the broader brush strokes of history, war, political machinations and marriage alliances. Thoroughly immersive

terry

Very nice and interesting book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 25, 2021

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Very nice and interesting book. Not just a book full of pictures and know content. Interesting read.

Martine de B

Un grand et beau livre sur un personnage mythique

Reviewed in France on February 19, 2021

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338 pages richement illustrées axées sur la construction de son image de chef par Maximilien 1er et l'émergence de sa légende de "dernier chevalier". L'ensemble vu au travers du prisme de l'art, des armes du chevalier ( au premier rang l'armure puisque Maximilien avait une passion pour celles-ci ) et plus anecdotiquement d'autres objets. Les photographies sont de grand format et magnifiques, le catalogue particulièrement riche : il faudrait courir nombre de musées pour espérer voir l'équivalent (et il n'est pas certain d'ailleurs qu'on puisse arriver à ce niveau de détail lors d'une visite ... ou seulement que l'objet soit exposé). A la fin, il semble au lecteur que Maximilien est un personnage familier ; assez conforme à sa légende d'ailleurs. Une très bonne lecture !

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D. Pirogov

Fantastic piece of art

Reviewed in Germany on December 18, 2019

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Absolutely great piece of art. Book has been printed in Italy. A mast have item for serious history fan...