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A bailiff of Wolfenschiessen, Switzerland, on horseback
A bailiff of Wolfenschiessen, Switzerland, on horseback, caressing the cheek of a woman, 1800s. Wolfenschiefs. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Il Costume Antico e Moderno, Florence, 1837
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Albrecht Antico Arrest Austrian Bailiff Crossbow Ferrario Giulio Guglielmo Hero Horseback Legend Migliavacca Moderno Peoples Pikemen Pole Swiss Folktale Myth
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating addition to our Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection: A Bailiff of Wolfenschiessen, Switzerland, on Horseback. This exquisite 1800s handcoloured copperplate engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time. The image, by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient, showcases the Bailiff in a tender moment, caressing the cheek of a woman while on horseback. This stunning poster print is a beautiful representation of historical European culture and makes a perfect addition to any home or office space. Experience the charm and elegance of the past with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints.
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.
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In this hand-colored copperplate engraving, a bailiff from Wolfenschiessen, Switzerland, is depicted on horseback, tenderly caressing the cheek of a woman. The image, taken from Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World," published in Florence in 1837, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to the heart of the Swiss Alps during the 1800s. The bailiff, dressed in the traditional attire of the region, wears a tall, conical Albrecht Gessler hat, a symbol of authority in Swiss folklore. His coat is adorned with the cross of St. George, signifying his role as a law enforcer. In his right hand, he holds a pole with a pikeman's badge, while his left hand gently touches the face of the woman, who is dressed in traditional Swiss peasant clothing. Surrounding the scene, we see a group of soldiers, both Swiss pikemen and Austrian soldiers, standing at attention. Among them, a heroic figure, identified as William Tell, is shown with a crossbow at the ready. This iconic image is a reference to the Swiss legend and folktale about Tell, who famously defied the tyrannical Austrian governor, Albrecht Gessler, by shooting an apple off his son's head. The intricate details of the engraving, produced by Migliavacca, highlight the rich historical and cultural significance of this moment in Swiss history. The image serves as a testament to the enduring power of folktales and myths, which continue to shape our understanding of the past and the people who lived in it.
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