The sudden death of Count Gaston III of Foix (Foix Bearn) dit Gaston Phebus (1331-1391), strikes with apoplexy by washing his hands back from a bear hunt

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The sudden death of Count Gaston III of Foix (Foix Bearn) dit Gaston Phebus (1331-1391), strikes with apoplexy by washing his hands back from a bear hunt

FLO4630437 The sudden death of Count Gaston III of Foix (Foix Bearn) dit Gaston Phebus (1331-1391), strikes with apoplexy by washing his hands back from a bear hunt, 1391 - Lithography after the enluminated manuscript of the Chronicles (1322 to 1400) by Jean (Jehan) Froissart (1337-1404), 1868 The sudden death of Count Gaston III by Foix as he washed his hands after returning from a bear hunt, 1391 - Handcoloured lithograph after an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, London, 1868; (add.info.: The sudden death of Count Gaston III of Foix (Foix Bearn) dit Gaston Phebus (1331-1391), strikes with apoplexy by washing his hands back from a bear hunt, 1391 - Lithography after the enluminated manuscript of the Chronicles (1322 to 1400) by Jean (Jehan) Froissart (1337-1404), 1868 The sudden death of Count Gaston III by Foix as he washed his hands after returning from a bear hunt, 1391 - Handcoloured lithograph after an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, London, 1868); © Florilegius

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This haunting lithograph captures the tragic moment of Count Gaston III of Foix's sudden death in 1391. Known as Gaston Phebus, he was struck with apoplexy while washing his hands after returning from a bear hunt. The detailed hand-colored illustration, based on an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, brings to life the dramatic scene of a powerful nobleman meeting his untimely end. The image conveys a sense of shock and sorrow as witnesses surround the fallen count, their expressions filled with disbelief and grief. The artist skillfully captures the intensity of the moment, emphasizing Gaston's regal attire and majestic surroundings contrasted with the suddenness of his demise. Gaston Phebus was a renowned figure in medieval history, known for his prowess in hunting and military leadership. His unexpected death left a void in the region of Foix Bearn and marked the end of an era for his subjects. Through this lithograph, we are transported back in time to witness this tragic event unfold before our eyes. It serves as a poignant reminder of mortality and the unpredictability of fate, immortalizing Count Gaston III's legacy for generations to come.

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