Poster Print : The marriage of King Harold II
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The marriage of King Harold II
The marriage of Saxon King Harold II with Aldyth (Ealdgyth), widow of Gruffudd ap Llywelyn and sister to Edwin and Morcar. Date: 1066
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Media ID 14287832
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Tom Gillmor
1066 Bishop Ceremony Edwin Font Godwinson Harold Kneeling Llywelyn Maids Ring Saxon Sister Widow
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the captivating artwork "The Marriage of King Harold II" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the significant moment when Saxon King Harold II sealed an alliance by marrying Ealdgyth, the widow of Gruffudd ap Llywelyn and sister to Edwin and Morcar, in 1066. Each print showcases the intricate details and vibrant colors of this iconic piece, transporting you back in time. Add a touch of history and elegance to your space with this stunning poster print.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of medieval British history, King Harold II of England (r. 1066) is depicted in the act of marrying Ealdgyth, the widow of Gruffudd ap Llywelyn and the sister of Edwin and Morcar. The scene unfolds in a grand, ornate setting, with the couple standing before a magnificent stone font, surrounded by a bevy of attendant maids. The king, dressed in his regal robes and crowned, bows his head in reverence as the bishop officiates the ceremony. The marriage of Harold II and Ealdgyth, which took place in the tumultuous year of 1066, was a significant political move. Harold, who had ascended to the throne following the death of King Edward the Confessor, sought to strengthen his position amidst the chaos of the Norman Conquest. Ealdgyth, as the sister of two powerful earls, brought valuable alliances to the new king. The image captures the solemnity and grandeur of the occasion, with the king and his bride exchanging rings in the presence of their God. The intricate details of the font, the richly decorated robes of the attendees, and the somber expressions on their faces all serve to transport the viewer back to a time of ritual, tradition, and momentous change in the history of Britain. This print, a testament to the rich artistic and historical heritage of the past, invites us to reflect on the complex web of alliances, power struggles, and personal relationships that shaped the course of history in 11th century Europe. The marriage of Harold II and Ealdgyth stands as a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie beneath the grand narratives of history.
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