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Knights in battle on foot and horseback watched by a king and queen from the battlements of a city
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1498 Arthurian Battlements Foot Horse Back Knights Legend Morte Swords Watched Wood Cut Malory Myth
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Le Morte D'Arthur: A Regal Vantage Point of Chivalric Combat This evocative woodcut print, titled 'Le Morte D'Arthur: The Death of Arthur,' depicts an intense and historic moment from the legendary saga of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. The scene unfolds before a grand cityscape, with the battlements of a medieval fortress serving as a vantage point for a regal couple, a king and his queen, to witness the unfolding battle. The knights, both on foot and horseback, engage in fierce combat, their swords clashing against armor in a display of chivalric prowess. The air is thick with the tension and anticipation of the outcome, as the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance. The intricate details of the knights' armor and weaponry, as well as the architectural elements of the city and the battlements, speak to the rich historical context of the Arthurian legend and the medieval era. The woodcut print is believed to have originated from the 1498 edition of 'Le Morte D'Arthur' by Sir Thomas Malory, a seminal work in the canon of Arthurian literature. Malory's retelling of the Arthurian legend, which drew from various sources, including the works of Geoffrey of Monmouth and French chivalric romances, helped to solidify the legend's place in English literature and history. The image offers a glimpse into the mythic world of King Arthur and his knights, a world that continues to captivate and inspire us, long after the passage of time. The regal couple, watching from the safety of the battlements, serve as a reminder of the importance of leadership and the responsibility that comes with ruling a kingdom. The knights, in their relentless pursuit of honor and justice, embody the ideals of chivalry and the indomitable spirit of the medieval age.
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