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Bourbon Trial

Francois I suspects Charles, connetable de Bourbon, of treason, and confiscates his estates : Bourbon escapes and enters service of Carl V

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1523 Bourbon Carl Connetable Enters Escapes Estates Francois Suspects Treason Trial


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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the tumultuous history of the French nobility, as King Francis I (r. 1515-1547) confronts his trusted advisor and military commander, Charles, Duke of Bourbon (1490-1527), on charges of treason. The Connetable of Bourbon, a powerful and influential figure in the French court, had long been suspected of harboring disloyal intentions towards the monarch. King Francis, growing increasingly suspicious, ordered the confiscation of Bourbon's vast estates and castles. The Duke, however, was not one to be easily subdued. Faced with the loss of his lands and titles, Bourbon chose to flee France and seek refuge in the court of his longtime ally, Holy Roman Emperor Charles V (1500-1558). The image depicts the moment of Bourbon's departure, as he bids farewell to his loyal followers and sets off on his journey into exile. The year was 1523, and the political landscape of Europe was in a state of flux. Alliances shifted constantly, and the balance of power was always precarious. Bourbon's defection to the rival camp of Emperor Charles V was a significant blow to King Francis, who was already grappling with internal rebellions and external threats. The events depicted in this image are a poignant reminder of the complex web of alliances and rivalries that characterized the European political scene during the Renaissance. The image also serves as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the French Connetable, who, despite the loss of his lands and titles, continued to wield influence and power from the sidelines. The image, with its rich historical significance, is an invaluable addition to any collection of European history or art.

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