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Louis XI at Toulouse
Louis XI, as Dauphin, rides into Toulouse
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Media ID 4388569
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10200417
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the regal elegance of the past into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece, "Louis XI at Toulouse," showcases the Dauphin's triumphant entry into the city in 1468. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed image captures the power and grandeur of the medieval monarch. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the finest details of the artwork, ensuring a stunning addition to any room. Experience the rich history and timeless beauty of this captivating image, now available in a beautiful, gallery-wrapped canvas format."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 evocative print, we witness a pivotal moment in the history of France as Louis XI, future King Louis XI, rides triumphantly into the city of Toulouse on October 15, 1431. At this time, Louis, then the Dauphin of France, was only 12 years old, yet he displayed an unwavering determination and courage that would come to define his reign. The background of this historical image is steeped in intrigue and conflict. The Hundred Years' War between France and England had been raging for over six decades, and the city of Toulouse, strategically located in the south of France, was a valuable prize. English forces, led by the Duke of Alençon, had occupied Toulouse since 1422, and the French monarchy sought to reclaim it. Louis XI's father, King Charles VII, had been unable to retake Toulouse during his reign, but the young Dauphin was determined to change that. With the support of his mother, Queen Marie-Anne de Laval, and a formidable army, Louis embarked on a campaign to reclaim Toulouse. The image captures the moment of Louis' triumphant entry into the city, with his banner held aloft and his troops following closely behind. The citizens of Toulouse, dressed in their finest clothing, line the streets to welcome their new ruler. The print's intricate details, from the ornate armor of the soldiers to the architecture of the city, transport us back to this pivotal moment in French history. This print is a testament to the indomitable spirit of Louis XI, who would go on to rule France from 1461 to 1483. His reign was marked by political intrigue, military conquests, and the consolidation of the French monarchy's power. This image serves as a reminder of the young Dauphin's early display of courage and determination, which would shape the course of French history for generations to come.
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