Framed Print : Matilda / Petitioning
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Matilda / Petitioning
King Stephens queen, Matilda, pleads in vain for his release to Empress Matilda of Germany, daughter of Henry I, who has invaded England
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Media ID 595519
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1141 Empress Invaded Matilda Pleads Release Throne Vain Waiting Petitioning
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Matilda / Petitioning" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image depicts a pivotal moment in history as Queen Maud (Matilda) of England, portrayed here as a humble petitioner, pleads in vain for the release of King Stephen from Empress Matilda of Germany, daughter of Henry I. With intricate details and rich colors, this framed print transports you back to the 12th century and the tumultuous reign of Empress Matilda. A stunning addition to any home or office, this historical artwork is sure to inspire and captivate all who behold it. Order your framed "Matilda / Petitioning" print today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
This historical print captures a pivotal moment in British history as Queen Matilda of England pleads in vain for the release of her husband, King Stephen, to Empress Matilda of Germany. The daughter of Henry I, Empress Matilda has invaded England and taken the throne by force, leaving Queen Matilda waiting anxiously for news.
The events depicted in this image took place in 1141, during a tumultuous period known as The Anarchy. With both women named Matilda vying for power and control over the English throne, tensions ran high as alliances shifted and loyalties were tested.
Queen Matilda's desperate plea for her husband's release is met with cold indifference from Empress Matilda, who remains resolute in her quest for dominance. Despite her best efforts, Queen Matilda's petition falls on deaf ears as she watches helplessly while events unfold beyond her control.
This powerful image serves as a reminder of the political intrigue and power struggles that defined medieval Europe. Through the lens of Mary Evans Picture Library, viewers are transported back in time to witness a dramatic moment that shaped the course of history.
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