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Officers of Richard II
Officers of the court of Richard II wearing long gown or houppelande, doublet and exaggerated piked shoes
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Media ID 597769
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10147450
1377 Cracowes Doublet Exaggerated Gown Houppelande Piked Pointy Poulaines Shoes
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Officers of Richard II" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of art depicts the officers of the court of King Richard II, elegantly dressed in long houppelandes, intricately designed doublets, and striking piked shoes. Each detail is brought to life in stunning clarity on our premium canvas, ensuring a mesmerizing addition to your home or office decor. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history and sophistication to your space with this magnificent print.
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 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the late 14th century and witness the grandeur of the English court under the reign of King Richard II. In this evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library, a group of officers of the king's household are depicted in their resplendent attire, a testament to the opulence and elegance of the medieval royal court. The officers are dressed in the fashion of the day, donning long, flowing gowns known as houppelandes, which were typically made of expensive fabrics such as velvet or wool. Over these gowns, they wear fitted doublets, which were tailored to accentuate the wearer's physique. The most striking feature of their ensemble, however, are the exaggerated piked shoes, or cracowes and pointy poulaines, which were a popular fashion trend among the nobility of the time. These shoes, with their towering heels and pointed toes, were not only fashionable but also served as a status symbol, indicating wealth and power. The intricate details of the officers' costumes, from the rich textures of their fabrics to the delicate embroidery and metalwork, underscore the extravagance and grandeur of the medieval court. The officers' serious expressions and upright posture convey a sense of duty and loyalty to their king, adding to the overall impression of order and hierarchy. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Richard II's court, providing a window into the sartorial splendor and political intrigue of medieval England. With its meticulously detailed rendering and evocative atmosphere, this photograph is a must-have for anyone interested in medieval history, costume design, or the art of the past.
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