The Royal Court Flashcards
What was the Royal Court not confined to?
A particular building.
Where was it located?
Simply wherever the Queen was.
Who did it consist of?
The Queen’s courtiers, who were in the Queen’s household; about 500 nobles, advisors, officials and servants who all lived with her and competed for power and influence.
Name 3 royal residences Elizabeth inherited:
Her favourite being Richmond, the key residence being Whitehall Palace and another was St James’ Palace.
Name 3 functions of the court:
-Social hub
-Providing the Queen and her courtiers with a home and entertainment
-Political nerve-centre.
How did it give an impression of power?
Displaying the Queen’s magnificence to the nobility and visiting foreign guests through art and culture.
What acted as subtle propaganda, glorifying Elizabeth’s image?
Lavish banquets, elaborate masques, musical performances and plays.
