Fine Art Print : King Alfred disguised in Danish camp
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King Alfred disguised in Danish camp
King Alfred the Great disguises himself as a minstrel and goes undercover at the Danish camp of Guthrum, leader of the Danes in order to find out their plans. The subsequent Battle of Edington resulted in a decisive victory for Alfred. Date: 878
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Danes Danish Disguised Disguises Harp Minstrel Under Cover Wessex Guthrum
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the pages of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring King Alfred the Great in disguise at the Danish camp. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the cunning intelligence of Alfred the Great as he masquerades as a minstrel to gather crucial information from the enemy. Add an air of historical intrigue to your home or office with this stunning, Rights Managed print. Perfect for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
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 50.8cm x 36.8cm (20" x 14.5")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing image, King Alfred the Great of Wessex is depicted in disguise, blending in with the Danish camp of Guthrum, leader of the Danes, in the year 878. Alfred, a skilled strategist and determined ruler, had been forced to retreat to the Isle of Athelney following a series of Danish invasions. Seeking intelligence on the enemy's plans, Alfred donned the garb of a minstrel, accompanied by his trusty harp, and infiltrated the Danish camp. The Danes, unaware of the cunning king among them, were engrossed in their preparations for the upcoming battle of Ethandun, later known as the Battle of Edington. King Alfred, using his disguise to gather vital information, observed their movements, strengths, and weaknesses. This clandestine mission proved to be a turning point in the conflict between Wessex and the Danes. Armed with the knowledge he had gained, Alfred rallied his forces and led them to a decisive victory against Guthrum's army. The Battle of Edington, fought on June 8, 878, marked the end of the Danish occupation of Wessex and secured Alfred's position as a formidable and respected leader. This evocative print, showcasing King Alfred's daring undercover mission, is a testament to the strategic brilliance and resilience of one of England's most legendary monarchs.
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