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Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, died 1330
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Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, died 1330
Grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, Prior of the Order of Saint John or Johanniter-Ordens, died 1330. Chromolithograph from Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889. Illustration by Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, lithographed by C.R. Dr. Hefner-Alteneck (1811 - 1903) was a German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator and etcher
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In this evocative chromolithograph, the grave effigy of Berthold VI von Henneberg, Prior of the Order of Saint John or Johanniter-Ordens, is depicted in solemn repose. Dated back to 1330, the effigy is a striking representation of the chivalric culture and artistic sensibilities of the 14th century. The image, created by the renowned German museum curator, archaeologist, art historian, illustrator, and etcher, Dr. Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Alteneck, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of medieval Europe. Berthold VI, dressed in the robes of his order, lies on a raised tomb with a gothic canopy above. His arms are crossed over his chest, and his head is slightly tilted, as if in quiet reflection. The intricately detailed effigy showcases the artistry of the time, with its meticulously crafted chainmail armor, shield bearing the Order's insignia, and ornate heraldic symbols. The effigy is surrounded by a scene of medieval splendor, with ladies in flowing gowns and French knights in armor standing guard. The atmosphere is further enhanced by the presence of a castle in the background, its towers reaching for the sky. The overall effect is one of grandeur and reverence, a fitting tribute to a man who lived during an era defined by chivalry, heraldry, and epic poetry. This image is reminiscent of the famous French poem "Les Voeux du Paon" by Jacques de Longuyon, which extolled the virtues of knighthood and the ideals of the Order of Saint John. The chromolithograph, created in 1889 from Hefner-Alteneck's illustration, serves as a visual representation of the poem's themes and the enduring allure of the medieval world.
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