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Berholde, a favorite of King Alboin of Lombardy. 1869 (lithograph)
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Berholde, a favorite of King Alboin of Lombardy. 1869 (lithograph)
7232937 Berholde, a favorite of King Alboin of Lombardy. 1869 (lithograph) by Cooper, Robert (fl.1800-36); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertoldo or Berholde, crafty peasant who became a favorite of King Alboin of Lombardy, 568-572. Bertholde, Prime Minister to Albinus King of Lombardy. Lithograph after a stipple engraving by R. Cage from Henry Wilson and James Caulfields Book of Wonderful Characters, Memoirs and Anecdotes, of Remarkable and Eccentric Persons in all ages and countries, John Camden Hotten, Piccadilly, London, 1869.); © Florilegius
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This lithograph print from 1869 depicts Berholde, a crafty peasant who became a favorite of King Alboin of Lombardy in the late 6th century. The image is based on a stipple engraving by R. Cage and is part of Henry Wilson and James Caulfield's Book of Wonderful Characters, Memoirs and Anecdotes. Berholde served as Prime Minister to King Alboin during his reign from 568 to 572. Despite his humble origins, Berholde gained the trust and admiration of the king through his cunning and intelligence. This lithograph captures Berholde's intriguing presence within the royal court scene. The image also highlights some physical deformities that afflicted Berholde, adding to his air of curiosity. It reflects the fact that he suffered from various illnesses throughout his life, including flu and sexually transmitted diseases like venereal disease. In this portrayal, we see Berholde surrounded by medical supplies and symbols associated with healthcare such as Asclepius' staff - representing medicine in ancient Greek mythology. This emphasizes the importance placed on medical science during this time period. Overall, this lithograph offers a glimpse into an eccentric figure who rose above societal expectations to become an influential figure in Lombard history. It serves as a testament to both Berholde's remarkable character and the fascination with unusual individuals prevalent in Great Britain during the 19th century.
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