Poster Print : Louis Le Pieux Deposed
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Louis Le Pieux Deposed
Growing dissatisfaction with Louis le Pieux leads to his deposition : he is packed off to live the remainder of his days in a monastery
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Media ID 4389853
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Days Deposed Deposition Growing Leads Live Monastery Packed Pieux Remainder Dissatisfaction
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Experience the rich history of art with our exquisite selection of poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Louis Le Pieux Deposed," showcases a pivotal moment in history as the dissatisfied crowd forces King Louis the Pious from his throne. Sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed image offers a glimpse into the intrigue and drama of the Carolingian Empire. Bring the elegance and depth of this masterpiece into your home or office space and ignite conversations with its thought-provoking narrative. Order now and add a touch of history to your surroundings."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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
This evocative image captures the moment of Louis le Pieux's deposition from the Frankish throne in 840 AD. Known as Louis the Pious, he was the eldest son of Charlemagne and had ruled as king since his father's death in 814. However, growing dissatisfaction among his subjects led to a series of events that ultimately resulted in his removal from power. The causes of this unrest were numerous. Some nobles were displeased with Louis' favoritism towards certain advisors, while others sought to expand their own territories at the expense of the crown. Tensions came to a head in 833 when Louis' sons, Louis the German and Pepin I of Aquitaine, rebelled against their father. Despite initial success, the rebellion was eventually quelled, but the damage had been done. In 840, Louis was summoned to a assembly at Quierzy, where he was accused of various crimes and deposed. He was then packed off to live out the remainder of his days in a monastery, likely the one at Prüm in modern-day Germany. The monks would provide him with a measure of safety and protection, but his days of ruling a vast empire were behind him. This historical event marked a significant turning point in the history of France. The Frankish kingdom would be divided among Louis' sons, leading to the emergence of the Carolingian dynasty and the establishment of new political entities that would shape the region for centuries to come. The image of Louis le Pieux, once a powerful king, now a monk in a monastery, serves as a poignant reminder of the transience of power and the inexorable march of history.
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