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"King Alfred the Great (849-899) forgets the cakes prepared by the Danish house
XEE4155338 " King Alfred the Great (849-899) forgets the cakes prepared by the Danish house under her roof at Athelney, and burns them, 878 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " King Alfred the Great (849-899) forgets the cakes prepared by the Danish house under her roof at Athelney, and burns them, 878 - Back in the little house, she reproaches the king for his inattention" (Legend has it that Alfred (849-899), offered shelter from the Danes by a woman at Athelney in the Somerset marshes, allowed her cakes burn because he became distracted while stringing his bow, 878) - engraving in " L Histoire d Angleterre, depuis les temps plus recules" by Francois Guizot 1877.); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23311450
© Stefano Bianchetti / Bridgeman Images
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of King Alfred the Great with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This magnificent piece, titled "King Alfred the Great (849-899) forgets the cakes prepared by the Danish house," is a stunning engraving by the French School, showcasing a pivotal moment in the legendary king's life. Witness the intricate details brought to life by artist Stefano Bianchetti, as Alfred is depicted forgetting the cakes prepared for the Danish house, leading to their unfortunate demise. Bring this piece of history into your home and elevate your decor with the timeless beauty of our Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "King Alfred the Great forgets the cakes prepared by the Danish house" takes us back to a moment in history filled with intrigue and regret. The engraving, created by French School in the 19th century, depicts a scene from 878 when King Alfred sought refuge at Athelney in Somerset marshes during Danish invasion. Legend has it that a generous woman offered him shelter and even went as far as preparing cakes for his sustenance. However, distracted while stringing his bow, King Alfred allows the cakes to burn in the fireplace of her humble abode. In this image, we witness their confrontation as she reproaches him for his lack of attention. The artist beautifully captures the emotions on both their faces - anger etched across hers and remorse visible on King Alfred's countenance. This historical event symbolizes not only an act of forgetfulness but also serves as a reminder of human fallibility amidst times of great adversity. Through this engraving, Stefano Bianchetti brings to life an important episode from British history where generosity clashes with severity, showcasing how small acts can have significant consequences. It is a testament to our shared humanity and serves as a poignant reminder that even great leaders are susceptible to moments of distraction and oversight.
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