In the sixteenth century, the hunts held by the grand duke of Lithuania, which in their significa... more In the sixteenth century, the hunts held by the grand duke of Lithuania, which in their significance in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania superseded the economic aspect, were one of the opportunities of consolidation of the grand duke’s court and his environment as well as a perfect occasion to start and maintain close contacts with the ruler. A passion for hunting and friendship united Mikalojus Radvila Rudasis (Mikolaj Radziwill the Red), the grand master of the hunt of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania (ловчий великий in Ruthenian, łowczy hospodarski, łowczy wielki in Polish, praefectus venationum in Latin, Oberjagermeister in German) and the ruler Žygimantas Augustas (Sigismund Augustus). Such a relationship evolved not only during the time spent together in the hunt, but also during the organization of hunts. The grand master of the hunt accompanied the ruler throughout the whole duration of the hunt and therefore often travelled with him. The emergence of this office alleviated the effo...
The article is devoted for the exploration of the concept of hunting phenomenon and its transform... more The article is devoted for the exploration of the concept of hunting phenomenon and its transformations in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In the Middle Ages and in the early New Ages it was a versatile symbiotic link, combining the daily life of the Grand Duke of Lithuania, the economic life of the country, and even foreign policy. The research includes works of Lukas Gurnickis and Mikalojus Husovianas, Lithuanian Metrics and works of other authors. The author also tries to see into the ethical aspect of nature rarely discussed in Lithuanian historiography, although it is one of the most fundamental issues of ethics. After the research it was concluded that huntings organized by the the Duke of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania were primarily an entertainment for ruling elite and a privilege attributed to the exemplary ruler of that time, enriching the leisure time of the Grand Duke and his environment and the feast. This entertainment had really helped the rulers of the Grand Duchy of Li...
Apie Andrėjaus Ryčkovo disertaciją „Valdovo išdavystės samprata Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštyst... more Apie Andrėjaus Ryčkovo disertaciją „Valdovo išdavystės samprata Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje XIII a. pab. – XVI a. viduryje“ ir jos gynimą
Apie Neringos Dambrauskaitės disertaciją „Bajorų namų ūkis Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje X... more Apie Neringos Dambrauskaitės disertaciją „Bajorų namų ūkis Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje XVI a.–XVII a. I pusėje“ ir jos gynimą
The essence of hunting as a historical phenomenon cannot be defined in the economic aspect alone.... more The essence of hunting as a historical phenomenon cannot be defined in the economic aspect alone. In the Middle Ages and in the Early Modern Period, it was a multi-faceted symbiotic relationship combining both the daily life of the Grand Duke of Lithuania, the economic life of the state, and even foreign policy. It also partially shaped the image of the sovereign and legitimated his power. Hunted animals provided meat, bone material, furs, skins, and other products necessary for the needs of the ruler’s court. This article represents the latest research on the prices and value of the hunted animals and the products made from them in late fifteenth century and the second half of the sixteenth century in the environment of the ruler of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. The second part of the analysis reveals the variety and prices of different products made from the hunted animals and their use.
Chroniconum Palatii Magnorum Ducum Lithuaniae, Vilnius: Nacionalinis muziejus Lietuvos Didžiosios Kunigaikštystės valdovų rūmai, 2012. II t. (2011 m.), p. 299-319.
In the sixteenth century, the hunts held by the grand duke of Lithuania, which in their significa... more In the sixteenth century, the hunts held by the grand duke of Lithuania, which in their significance in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania superseded the economic aspect, were one of the opportunities of consolidation of the grand duke’s court and his environment as well as a perfect occasion to start and maintain close contacts with the ruler. A passion for hunting and friendship united Mikalojus Radvila Rudasis (Mikolaj Radziwill the Red), the grand master of the hunt of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania (ловчий великий in Ruthenian, łowczy hospodarski, łowczy wielki in Polish, praefectus venationum in Latin, Oberjagermeister in German) and the ruler Žygimantas Augustas (Sigismund Augustus). Such a relationship evolved not only during the time spent together in the hunt, but also during the organization of hunts. The grand master of the hunt accompanied the ruler throughout the whole duration of the hunt and therefore often travelled with him. The emergence of this office alleviated the effo...
The article is devoted for the exploration of the concept of hunting phenomenon and its transform... more The article is devoted for the exploration of the concept of hunting phenomenon and its transformations in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. In the Middle Ages and in the early New Ages it was a versatile symbiotic link, combining the daily life of the Grand Duke of Lithuania, the economic life of the country, and even foreign policy. The research includes works of Lukas Gurnickis and Mikalojus Husovianas, Lithuanian Metrics and works of other authors. The author also tries to see into the ethical aspect of nature rarely discussed in Lithuanian historiography, although it is one of the most fundamental issues of ethics. After the research it was concluded that huntings organized by the the Duke of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania were primarily an entertainment for ruling elite and a privilege attributed to the exemplary ruler of that time, enriching the leisure time of the Grand Duke and his environment and the feast. This entertainment had really helped the rulers of the Grand Duchy of Li...
Apie Andrėjaus Ryčkovo disertaciją „Valdovo išdavystės samprata Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštyst... more Apie Andrėjaus Ryčkovo disertaciją „Valdovo išdavystės samprata Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje XIII a. pab. – XVI a. viduryje“ ir jos gynimą
Apie Neringos Dambrauskaitės disertaciją „Bajorų namų ūkis Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje X... more Apie Neringos Dambrauskaitės disertaciją „Bajorų namų ūkis Lietuvos Didžiojoje Kunigaikštystėje XVI a.–XVII a. I pusėje“ ir jos gynimą
The essence of hunting as a historical phenomenon cannot be defined in the economic aspect alone.... more The essence of hunting as a historical phenomenon cannot be defined in the economic aspect alone. In the Middle Ages and in the Early Modern Period, it was a multi-faceted symbiotic relationship combining both the daily life of the Grand Duke of Lithuania, the economic life of the state, and even foreign policy. It also partially shaped the image of the sovereign and legitimated his power. Hunted animals provided meat, bone material, furs, skins, and other products necessary for the needs of the ruler’s court. This article represents the latest research on the prices and value of the hunted animals and the products made from them in late fifteenth century and the second half of the sixteenth century in the environment of the ruler of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. The second part of the analysis reveals the variety and prices of different products made from the hunted animals and their use.
Chroniconum Palatii Magnorum Ducum Lithuaniae, Vilnius: Nacionalinis muziejus Lietuvos Didžiosios Kunigaikštystės valdovų rūmai, 2012. II t. (2011 m.), p. 299-319.
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