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Pierre de Courtenay, Emperor of Constantinople, died 1219
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Pierre de Courtenay, Emperor of Constantinople, died 1219
Pierre de Courtenay, Emperor of Constantinople, died 1219.. Handcolored copperplate drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard from French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days, Massard, Mifliez, Paris, 1834
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1. Pierre de Courtenay: The Unlikely Emperor of Constantinople (1219) This handcolored copperplate print depicts Pierre de Courtenay, the brief and enigmatic Emperor of Constantinople from 1217 to 1219. Born in France, Pierre was the eldest son of Count Pierre I of Courtenay and Agnes of Beaujeu. His imperial reign was the result of a complex series of events, as he was chosen by the Latin Empire of Constantinople to succeed the deposed Emperor Alexios IV Angelos. In this image, Pierre is shown in full regalia, mounted on horseback and holding the Oriflamme, the sacred banner of the House of Courtenay. He wears an impressive suit of chainmail armor, with a tunic adorned with the imperial blazon beneath. The escutcheon on his shield displays the coat of arms of the House of Courtenay, featuring three golden lions on a red background. Pierre's imperial helmet, topped with a cross and adorned with pearls, further emphasizes his imperial status. The intricate details of the print, such as the delicate engravings on the helmet and the meticulous shading on the horse, showcase the exceptional craftsmanship of the artist, Leopold Massard. Pierre's reign was marked by military campaigns against the Bulgarian and Nicaean forces, as well as internal power struggles within the Latin Empire. Despite his efforts, he was ultimately captured by the Nicaeans and executed in 1219. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the short-lived reign of Pierre de Courtenay, an unlikely emperor who left a lasting impact on the history of the Latin Empire of Constantinople. This stunning handcolored copperplate print, drawn and engraved by Leopold Massard, is taken from the extensive collection "French Costumes from King Clovis to Our Days," published in Paris in 1834. The meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy make this print an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of medieval history and fashion.
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