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King James VI of Scotland holds a masque at the baptism of Prince Henry at Stirling Castle.
King James VI stages an elaborate masque at Stirling Castle for Prince Henry's baptism.
On August 30, 1594, the Scottish court at Stirling Castle celebrated the baptism of Prince Henry with a grand masque.
Maskers and musicians performed allegorical scenes extolling royal authority and divine favor.
The event showcased the artistic patronage of James VI and the cultural vibrancy of the Scottish Renaissance.
Noble guests from across Scotland attended, nearly filling the ancient fortress with pageantry.
This spectacle foreshadowed lavish theatrics that would become a hallmark of the Jacobean court in England.
1594
James VI of Scotland
masque at the baptism of Prince Henry
Stirling Castle