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Photographic Print : Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France, lies ill in bed, 1191, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
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Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France, lies ill in bed, 1191, (1843). Artist: Henry Shaw
Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France, lies ill in bed, 1191, (1843). After a woodcut from the chronicles of St Denis written in the reign of Charles VI. The monks of St Denis bring their relics from the monastery to cure Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France. Louis had been left regent of the kingdom by his father, and had been seized with a desperate illness in 1191. Illustration from Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Centuries, by Henry Shaw, (London, 1843)
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photographic print from Media Storehouse, featuring the poignant image of Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France, lying ill in bed in the year 1191. This evocative artwork, created by Henry Shaw in 1843, is based on a woodcut from the chronicles of St Denis and transports us to a bygone era. Add this historical masterpiece to your home or office decor for a touch of timeless elegance and intrigue.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 12th century, witnessing a poignant moment in history. Louis, the eldest son of Philip Auguste, king of France, lies gravely ill in his bed. It is the year 1191 and Louis has been entrusted with regency by his father when he suddenly falls victim to a desperate illness. The scene unfolds as monks from St Denis monastery gather around Louis' bedside, clutching their sacred relics. Filled with faith and superstition, they believe that these holy objects possess healing powers capable of curing even the gravest ailments. Henry Shaw skillfully captures this historical event in intricate detail through his woodcut illustration. The monochrome palette adds an air of solemnity to the image, emphasizing both Louis' frailty and the gravity of the situation. Louis VIII's struggle for health becomes symbolic not only of personal suffering but also reflects on larger themes such as religion and power dynamics within medieval society. As royalty and religious figures converge in this intimate setting, we witness a convergence between secular authority and spiritual belief. This evocative print serves as a reminder of our collective fascination with history's pivotal moments – those instances where human vulnerability intersects with grand narratives of faith and destiny.
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