The dynastic diplomacy of the Princely Count of Arenberg at the Stuart court in 1603

• Published in: The Seventeenth century Vol. 36; no. 3; pp. 389 - 411
• Main Author: Marini, Mirella
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Durham Routledge 04.05.2021; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: 17th century; Archducal Netherlands; Arenberg dynasty; Diplomatic & consular services; Dynastic identity; Early Modern diplomacy; Habsburg Netherlands; International relations; James I, King of England (1566-1625); Royalty; Stuart court; Treaties; United Kingdom > UK; England; Netherlands

This article explores the diplomatic strategies used by ambassador Charles of Arenberg, sent by the Archdukes Albert and Isabella, sovereigns of the Netherlands, on an extraordinary mission to London in 1603, to congratulate King James VI & I on his accession. This mission intended to re-establi...