Court Art

Court Art refers to artwork commissioned, displayed, or created to honor or communicate the authority, power, and prestige of a royal court or government. Historically, it included portraits of monarchs, ceremonial murals, tapestries, and sculptures that reinforced political legitimacy and cultural ideals. Often sponsored by the ruling class, Court Art served both as propaganda and as a means to showcase wealth and sophistication. While primarily serving political or social functions, it also contributed to the development of artistic styles and techniques, leaving a lasting legacy in art history.