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The Normans led by Viking Chef Rollon (Robert I the Riche or Rollon the Walker
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The Normans led by Viking Chef Rollon (Robert I the Riche or Rollon the Walker
JLJ4676091 The Normans led by Viking Chef Rollon (Robert I the Riche or Rollon the Walker) (10th century) tried to take Chartres but the eveque of the town Gancelme managed to repel them in 910-911 Miniature taken from Les chronicles de Saint Denis" by Antoine Verard (? -1513) 1493 Application for authorization to the Bibliotheque Municipale de Toulouse (5 61 22 21 78). by Verard, Antoine (1450-1519); Bibliotheque de Toulouse, France; (add.info.: The Normans led by Viking Chef Rollon (Robert I the Riche or Rollon the Walker) (10th century) tried to take Chartres but the eveque of the town Gancelme managed to repel them in 910-911 Miniature taken from Les chronicles de Saint Denis" by Antoine Verard (? -1513) 1493 Application for authorization to the Bibliotheque Municipale de Toulouse (5 61 22 21 78).); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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10 10th 10th X 10th Century Barbaric Center Chartres Eure And Loir 28 Viking Normandy
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The Normans led by Viking Chef Rollon (Robert I the Riche or Rollon the Walker) attempted to conquer Chartres in the 10th century, but were met with fierce resistance from Gancelme, the town's bishop. This print captures a miniature illustration taken from Antoine Verard's 'Les chronicles de Saint Denis' dating back to 1493. In this remarkable artwork, we witness a scene of chaos and determination as the Normans sail towards Chartres on their imposing boat. The barbaric nature of their invasion is juxtaposed against the majestic backdrop of a French castle perched atop a hill. The illumination and intricate details in this medieval manuscript transport us back to an era filled with bravery and conflict. The artist skillfully portrays the tension between these two forces through his use of vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes. As we gaze upon this image, we can almost feel ourselves standing on the riverbank, witnessing history unfold before our eyes. This photograph not only showcases historical events but also serves as a reminder of human resilience in times of adversity. It symbolizes how one man's leadership and courage can repel even the mightiest invaders. Thanks to Fine Art Finder for preserving this invaluable piece of history captured by Photo Josse. Its presence in libraries like Bibliotheque Municipale de Toulouse allows us to appreciate and learn from our past.
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