Ludwig Friedrich, Prince of Württemberg (1586-1631)

Ludwig Friedrich, Duke of Württemberg-Mömpelgard from 1617 and regent of the principal duchy of Württemberg (a former state in southwestern Germany) from 1628. This portrait was probably painted in 1617 to mark Ludwig Friedrich’s elevation to the dukedom of Württemberg-Mömpelgard (a former state in southwestern Germany) and his first marriage to Elisabeth Magdalena of Hesse-Darmstadt. He is depicted three-quarter length, turning slightly to his left, directing an amiable gaze towards the spectator. The full effect of his fine clothing is now obscured by opaque varnish.

Artist / Maker
Unknown, possibly from the Low Countries
Type
painting
Date
c 1617
Origin
Bequeathed to the Society in 1870 by John Bruce FSA
Material
Oil on canvas
Dimensions
431 x 406mm
Location
Burlington House