Hans Khevenhüller at the Court of Philip II of Spain: Diplomacy & Consumerism in a Global Empire
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.10 (900 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1911300008 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
His global networks spanned continents, linking Habsburg courts across Europe with new worlds. A true Renaissance man, with cultivated tastes and a discerning eye, Khevenhüller was single-handedly responsible for the acquisition of live animals, exotica, luxury goods, jewelry, precious stones, spices and drugs, including seeds and plants from overseas. A foreword by Martin Malcolm Elbl introduces the diplomatic world of Khevenhüller. Crossing ceremonial boundaries, Khevenhüller became a trusted friend and counselor of Philip II and his royal family, gaining admission into their private lives. Appointed in the early 1570s resident ambassador at the court of Philip II, he was a keen observer of the Spanish court, meticulously recording peoples, events and happenings. Other contributions by Vanessa de Cruz Medina and Jorge Fernández-Santos Ortiz-Iribas will focus on Khevenhü