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Henry VIII in the Camp of the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1520) (engraving)
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Henry VIII in the Camp of the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1520) (engraving)
668340 Henry VIII in the Camp of the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1520) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry VIII in the Camp of the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1520), From the Bas-reliefs of the Hotel of the Bourg Herolde at Rouen. Illustration for The Arts in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix (Bickers, c 1890). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23479080
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1520 Ages Aging Bas Reliefs Cloth Of Gold Field Of The Cloth Of Gold Henry Viii Hotel Middle Normandy Pageantry Rouen Upper Normandy
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This engraving, titled "Henry VIII in the Camp of the Field of the Cloth of Gold (1520)" transports us back to a momentous event in history. Created by an anonymous French School artist in the 19th century, this print captures a scene from one of Europe's most extravagant displays of power and pageantry. The image depicts King Henry VIII amidst the opulent surroundings of the Field of the Cloth of Gold. This legendary meeting took place between Henry VIII and Francis I, King of France, near Calais in 1520. The two monarchs sought to showcase their wealth and influence through lavish festivities that lasted for weeks. Intricately detailed bas-reliefs from Rouen's Hotel de Bourg Herolde serve as inspiration for this illustration. These reliefs adorned with cloth-of-gold tapestries were renowned for their beauty during medieval times. The composition showcases Henry VIII surrounded by his retinue on horseback, exuding regal authority. The horses' ornate trappings add to the grandeur while emphasizing their importance as symbols of power. Through this visually stunning artwork, we are transported back to an era where kings vied for supremacy through magnificent displays like these. It serves as a reminder not only of Henry VIII's reign but also highlights how art can capture historical moments with incredible detail and finesse.
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