Fine Art Print : Jacques De Molay
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Jacques De Molay
JACQUES DE MOLAY French knight, Grand Maitre des Templiers, arrested and burned by Philippe IV who was jealous of the Templars power
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1243 1314 Arrested Burned Jacques Jealous Knight Maitre Molay Philippe Power Templar Templiers
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history brought to life through our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This mesmerizing image depicts Jacques De Molay, the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, as he was arrested by King Philippe IV of France. The intrigue and drama of this historical moment are beautifully captured in this rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add an air of sophistication and intrigue to your home or office with this stunning piece of art, a testament to the rich tapestry of history.
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 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of medieval European history, the gallant figure of Jacques de Molay, Grand Master of the Knights Templar, stands defiantly before an angry King Philip IV of France. The year is 1314, and the air is thick with intrigue, power struggles, and the inexorable march of history. Jacques de Molay, a French knight born in 1243, had risen through the ranks of the esteemed Templar Order to become its Grand Master, a position he held from 1292 until his arrest in 1307. The Templars, an influential military and religious order founded in 1119, were renowned for their wealth, power, and unwavering dedication to protecting pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. However, King Philip IV, who was reportedly jealous of the Templars' influence and wealth, saw an opportunity to consolidate his own power and eliminate a potential threat. In a series of secret trials, the King ordered the arrest of the Templar leadership, including Jacques de Molay, on trumped-up charges of heresy and other heinous crimes. The Grand Master was taken into custody and imprisoned in the Château Gaillard in the Loire Valley, where he was subjected to unspeakable tortures designed to extract a confession. Despite his suffering, Jacques de Molay refused to recant, maintaining his innocence and the sanctity of the Templar Order. Eventually, in a public spectacle intended to demonstrate the King's power, Jacques de Molay and several other high-ranking Templars were burned at the stake on March 18, 1314. The image of Jacques de Molay, resolute and unbroken in the face of adversity, has become a symbol of unwavering faith and defiance in the face of oppression. The Templar Order, though officially disbanded, continued to inspire generations of followers, and the legend of Jacques de Molay lived on as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the human will.
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