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Sweyn Tricked by Scots
The Scots drug and then attack their Viking invaders. The Viking leader Sweyn of Norway, however, escapes thanks to his two attendants
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Attack Drug Escapes Flaming Invaders Moon Norway Scots Torch Tricked Viking
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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
In the annals of history, few moments encapsulate the unexpected twists and turns of human conflict more vividly than the tale of Sweyn of Norway, the cunning Viking leader who was tricked by the Scots in 1036. This evocative image from Mary Evans Picture Library transports us back to a time when the moon cast long shadows over the rugged landscapes of Britain, and the flames of war burned bright. The scene unfolds with the Scots, armed with torches and fueled by a deep-rooted desire for revenge, launching a surprise attack on Sweyn and his Viking invaders. The moon, a silent witness to the unfolding events, casts an eerie glow over the battlefield, its light illuminating the flaming torches held by the Scots as they close in for the kill. At the heart of the chaos stands Sweyn, the cunning Viking leader, who had set sail from Norway with a formidable army, intent on expanding his territories in Britain. However, the Scots, who had long suffered under Viking rule, had other plans. They devised a clever ruse to lure Sweyn and his men into a trap. The Scots, with a cunning smile, offered Sweyn and his men a peace treaty, promising safe passage through their lands. Trusting the offer, Sweyn and his men lowered their guard, only to be met with a hail of torches and weapons. But Sweyn, a man of quick wits, was not so easily caught off guard. With the help of his two loyal attendants, he managed to escape the ambush, leaving his men to fend for themselves. This image, with its dramatic composition and rich historical significance, serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of conflict and the importance of staying vigilant, even in the face of seemingly trustworthy offers. The flickering flames of the torches cast long, dancing shadows over the battlefield, a testament to the fierce battles that once raged across the lands of Britain.
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