Queen Theodelinda (570-628) chooses Agilulf as a husband, 59
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Queen Theodelinda (570-628) chooses Agilulf as a husband, 59
Theodelinda (570-628). Queen of the Lombards. Theodelinda chooses Agilulf as a husband, 591. Engraving, 1882. Colored
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1882 Bavarian Bearded Chooses Dynasty Election Husband Lombards
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This enchanting 19th-century engraving captures the historic moment when Queen Theodelinda of the Lombards (570-628) chose Agilulf, Duke of Bavaria (555-615), as her husband in the year 591. The scene is set in a grand hall, where Theodelinda, a regal figure with an air of determination, sits on her throne, surrounded by her advisors and the nobility of the Lombard kingdom. Agilulf, a bearded man with a confident expression, stands before her, offering his hand in marriage. Theodelinda's decision to marry Agilulf was a strategic one, aimed at strengthening the Lombard kingdom's ties with Bavaria and solidifying her own position as queen. Agilulf, a member of the Agilolfing dynasty, brought valuable military and political alliances to the Lombards. The engraving vividly portrays the pomp and ceremony of the election, with a group of children and nobles gathered around the couple, witnessing the historic event. The use of color adds depth and richness to the image, transporting us back to the medieval world and the intricate tapestry of alliances and power struggles that shaped Europe's early history. This beautiful and intricately detailed engraving is a testament to the enduring fascination with the lives of historical figures and the power of art to capture and preserve the past. It is a reminder of the complex web of relationships and alliances that shaped the medieval world and the role that individuals like Theodelinda and Agilulf played in shaping the course of history.
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