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Fine Art Print : Nesle Tower Scandal: " Portrait of Blanche de Burgundy (1296-1326) and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aulnay) (ca. 1288/1291-1314), circa 1312-1313)" (Tour de Nesle Affair)
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Nesle Tower Scandal: " Portrait of Blanche de Burgundy (1296-1326) and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aulnay) (ca. 1288/1291-1314), circa 1312-1313)" (Tour de Nesle Affair)
ELD4890245 Nesle Tower Scandal: " Portrait of Blanche de Burgundy (1296-1326) and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aulnay) (ca. 1288/1291-1314), circa 1312-1313)" (Tour de Nesle Affair: portrait of Blanche of Burgundy with her lover the Norman knights Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aunay), ca 1312-1313) Engraving from " L'alcove des queens" by Jules Beaujoint Private Collection; (add.info.: Nesle Tower Scandal: " Portrait of Blanche de Burgundy (1296-1326) and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aulnay) (ca. 1288/1291-1314), circa 1312-1313)" (Tour de Nesle Affair: portrait of Blanche of Burgundy with her lover the Norman knights Gauthier d'Aunay (or Gautier d'Aunay), ca 1312-1313) Engraving from " L'alcove des queens" by Jules Beaujoint Private Collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
Media ID 38094094
© © The Holbarn Archive / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the scandalous tale of Blanche de Burgundy and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay with this captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. A historical masterpiece that will add intrigue to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 captures the scandalous affair between Blanche de Burgundy and her lover Gauthier d'Aunay during the infamous Nesle Tower Scandal of 1312-1313. Blanche, a noblewoman known for her beauty and charm, was married to King Charles IV of France but found passion in the arms of Gauthier, a Norman knight. The illicit relationship between the two lovers shocked medieval society and ultimately led to their tragic downfall.
In this portrait, we see Blanche and Gauthier depicted in a moment of intimacy, their forbidden love evident in their gazes and body language. The artist has captured the tension and desire between them with remarkable skill, making it clear why their affair became one of the most notorious scandals of its time.
The Nesle Tower Scandal not only tarnished Blanche's reputation but also had far-reaching consequences for those involved. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to temptation and straying from societal norms.
This print is a haunting reminder of a dark chapter in history when love led to betrayal, intrigue, and tragedy. It invites viewers to reflect on the complexities of human relationships and the price that can be paid for following one's heart at any cost.
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