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The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes
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The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes
XEE4409159 The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes) to Moorish captain Munuza (Uthman ibn Naissa) in order to secure peace with the Saracens, 730. Engraving by Jean Michel Moreau, dit Moreau le Jeune (1741- 1814), 18th century. by Moreau, Jean Michel the Younger (1741-1814); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, was forcibly married by her father (Eudes) to Moorish captain Munuza (Uthman ibn Naissa) in order to secure peace with the Saracens, 730. Engraving by Jean Michel Moreau, dit Moreau le Jeune (1741- 1814), 18th century.); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
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The Princess of Aquitaine, Lampagie, reluctantly stands beside her new husband, Moorish captain Munuza, in this 18th-century engraving by Jean Michel Moreau. The image captures the tragic tale of a forced marriage orchestrated by Lampagie's father, Eudes, as a means to secure peace with the Saracens in 730. In an era marked by complex international relations and religious tensions, this union symbolizes the lengths to which rulers would go for political stability. Lampagie's delicate features betray her inner turmoil as she is bound to a man from a different culture and faith. The artist skillfully portrays the contrast between their attire - she draped in elegant French garments while he dons traditional Moorish clothing. This juxtaposition highlights not only their differing backgrounds but also the clash of civilizations that characterized medieval Europe. Moreau le Jeune's intricate engravings bring historical events to life with remarkable detail. Through his work, we are transported back in time to witness significant moments like this one – where love and freedom were often sacrificed for power and diplomacy. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities inherent in human history; it prompts us to reflect on how far we have come while acknowledging the struggles faced by those who came before us.
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