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King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
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King Canute the Dane, 1732. Creator: George Vertue
King Canutethe Dane, 1732. Portrait of Cnut the Great in an oval frame surmounted by a coat of arms, with runes, flaming torches, swords, arrows and coins. Below is a vignette illustrating Cnut sitting in his throne as the tide comes in. He supposedly demonstrated to flattering courtiers that being a mere human, the sea would not obey him, and God alone can command the tides. Cnut (c995-1035), also known as Canute, King of Denmark, England and Norway
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10th Century Alphabet Arrows Canute Canute I Canute King Canute The Great Cnut Cnut I Cnut The Great George Vertue His Majesty King Canute King Cnut King Of England Knut Rune Spear Sveinsson Knut Tenth Century Vertue Vertue George Virtue Dane Danes Danish Oval Shaped Runes
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This print captures the essence of King Canute the Dane, a powerful monarch who ruled over Denmark, England, and Norway in the 10th century. Created by George Vertue in 1732, this portrait showcases Canute's regal presence within an oval frame adorned with his coat of arms and ancient runes. The scene depicted below is both intriguing and symbolic. It illustrates a defining moment in Canute's reign when he sought to humble his flattering courtiers. As he sits upon his majestic throne, surrounded by flaming torches and weaponry, the tide begins to rise around him. This vignette serves as a reminder that even though Canute was a mighty king, he could not command nature itself. With this gesture, he demonstrated that only God possesses such power over the tides. George Vertue skillfully captures every detail of this historical event through intricate engravings. The black-and-white aesthetic adds depth to the image while emphasizing its timeless quality. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork today, we are transported back to an era filled with war and conquests. King Canute's profile exudes strength and authority; it is evident why he was revered as one of history's great rulers. This print from Heritage Images allows us to appreciate George Vertue's talent for capturing historical moments on paper. It reminds us of our place in the world – mere mortals subject to forces greater than ourselves – just as King Canute once did centuries ago.
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