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Clovis and Syagrius
Clovis I, king of the Franks, personally splits the head of the soldier who broke the vase of Soissons.
486
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Clovis Defeats Franks Gaul Personally Representative Splits
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of the past with our captivating Clovis and Syagrius jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing puzzle features the iconic image of Clovis I, the legendary King of the Franks, in a dramatic moment of history. Witness the intense confrontation between Clovis and Syagrius, as Clovis splits the head of the soldier who dared to break the sacred vase of Soissons in 486 AD. Engage in a challenging yet rewarding puzzle experience, bringing this historical masterpiece to life piece by piece in the comfort of your own home.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles measure 11" x 14" (27.9 x 35.5 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 28cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful and evocative image from the annals of early European history, Clovis I, the legendary King of the Franks, is depicted in a moment of decisive action and unyielding determination. The year is 486 AD, and Clovis, a devout Christian ruler, stands before his soldiers, his face a mask of righteous anger. In his hand, he wields a sword, its blade glinting menacingly in the dim light. At his feet lies the broken remnants of a precious Roman vase from Soissons, its shattered fragments a testament to the chaos and destruction that had ensued. The cause of this upheaval was Syagrius, a Roman magister militum, or military commander, who had defied Clovis' authority and refused to acknowledge his rule over the Gallic territories. Syagrius, a proud and stubborn man, had gathered an army and marched against Clovis, determined to defend Roman interests and maintain his own power base. But Clovis, a skilled military strategist and a formidable warrior, had other plans. In the heat of battle, Clovis' forces had emerged victorious, and Syagrius, in a final act of defiance, had broken the precious vase, a symbol of Roman culture and heritage. Enraged by this desecration, Clovis had personally sought out Syagrius and, in a scene of dramatic retribution, had split the soldier's head with a single, swift stroke of his sword. This moment, captured in the photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, stands as a pivotal one in the history of France and Europe. It marks the end of Roman rule in Gaul and the beginning of the Frankish kingdom, a dynasty that would shape the course of European history for centuries to come. With Clovis' victory, the Franks would establish a powerful and enduring presence in Europe, laying the foundations for the emergence of modern France and the spread of Christianity throughout the continent.
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