Fine Art Print : Friedrich Von Hausen
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Friedrich Von Hausen
Friedrich von Hausen, German poet, one of the earliest of the minnesingers. Accompanied Emperor Frederick on the 1189 crusade and died at the battle of Philomelium in 1190
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1189 1190 12th Accompanied Crusade Died Earliest Frederick Friedrich Troubadours Minnesingers
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the rich history and culture of the Middle Ages into your home with our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating portrait of Friedrich Von Hausen, a renowned German poet and one of the earliest minnesingers, is taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. Accompanying Emperor Frederick on the 1189 Crusade, Von Hausen's legacy extends beyond the battlefield, leaving an indelible mark on German literature. Elevate your interior décor and transport yourself back in time with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order now and let the story of Friedrich Von Hausen become a part of your personal collection.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the enigmatic figure of Friedrich von Hausen, a 12th-century German poet and one of the earliest members of the minnesingers, an influential group of troubadours who shaped the literary landscape of the Middle Ages. Von Hausen's life intersected with history in a dramatic way, as he accompanied Emperor Frederick Barbarossa on the momentous 1189 Crusade to the Holy Land. The Crusade, which aimed to reclaim the city of Jerusalem from Saladin, was a turning point in European history, and von Hausen's participation in this grand endeavor adds a layer of historical significance to his poetic legacy. The image of von Hausen, dressed in the robes of a medieval knight, conveys a sense of both the poet's worldly and spiritual pursuits. The Crusade was not only a military campaign but also a pilgrimage, and the minnesingers, who were known for their courtly love poetry, played an essential role in the moral and spiritual preparation of the Crusaders. Von Hausen's poetry, which often explored themes of love, chivalry, and the transience of life, resonated deeply with the Crusaders and helped to sustain their morale during the long and arduous journey. Tragically, von Hausen did not return from the Crusade. He died at the Battle of Philomelium in 1190, a pivotal engagement in the Crusaders' campaign against the Seljuk Turks. Despite his untimely death, von Hausen's legacy as a poet and a Crusader endures, and his work continues to inspire scholars and artists to this day. This haunting image of the poet, set against the backdrop of the Crusades, serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often intertwined relationships between art, history, and the human experience.
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