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King Harold swears allegiance to William of Normandy, c1866. Artist: Daniel Maclise
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King Harold swears allegiance to William of Normandy, c1866. Artist: Daniel Maclise
Harold (1022?-1066), last Anglo-Saxon king of England, swears on hidden relics of saints to be William of Normandys man in England, watched by William, his wife Matilda, daughter Adeliza and half-brother Bishop Odo.From Daniel Maclise
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11th Century Anglo Saxon Bishop Ceremony Daniel Daniel Maclise Duke Of Normandy Eleventh Century Harold Godwineson Harold Godwinson Harold Ii King Harold Ii King Of England King William I Maclise Oath Oath Of Allegiance Relic Throne William I William Of Normandy William The Conqueror Ann Ronan Pictures
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In this print by Daniel Maclise, we witness a pivotal moment in history as King Harold II of England swears his allegiance to William of Normandy. The year is 1066, and the fate of two great nations hangs in the balance. Harold, the last Anglo-Saxon king of England, stands before a magnificent throne alongside William, his wife Matilda, daughter Adeliza, and half-brother Bishop Odo. In this solemn ceremony filled with religious significance, Harold places his hand upon hidden relics of saints as he takes an oath to be William's man in England. The engraving beautifully captures the tension between these two powerful figures from different lands. It symbolizes not only their political alliance but also their shared Christian faith. As Bishop Odo watches over them with a watchful eye, one can't help but wonder about the weighty responsibilities that lie ahead for both men. Maclise's attention to detail brings this historical event to life. Every line etched on their faces tells a story - determination on Harold's face and authority emanating from William's gaze. Through this portrait-like depiction, we are transported back to the 11th century when kingdoms clashed and destinies were shaped. This print serves as a reminder of how religion played an integral role in politics during medieval times. It immortalizes an important moment that would ultimately lead to one man becoming king while another would forever be known as "William the Conqueror. "
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