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Anglo Saxon king and equerry in battle. 1796 (engraving)
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Anglo Saxon king and equerry in battle. 1796 (engraving)
7233737 Anglo Saxon king and equerry in battle. 1796 (engraving) by Austrian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo Saxon king in battle wearing a crown, knee-length chain-mail tunic or lorica, a suit of armour reserved for royalty in the 8th century. He carries a yellow shield and brandishes a sword above his head 45. Identified as Pepin II, the Younger, King of Aquitaine, 823-c.864. His equerry wears a blue cloth hat Phrygian cap and white tunica, and carries a white shield rimmed with scarlet 44. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of Antiquity and Middle Ages, Vienna, 1796.); © Florilegius
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This engraving from 1796 depicts an intense battle scene featuring an Anglo Saxon king and his equerry. The king, identified as Pepin II, the Younger, King of Aquitaine, is adorned in regal attire befitting his status. He wears a crown atop his head and a knee-length chain-mail tunic known as lorica, which was reserved exclusively for royalty during the 8th century. With a yellow shield in hand and sword raised high above his head, he exudes power and determination. Standing beside the king is his loyal equerry, dressed in a white tunica and sporting a blue cloth hat known as Phrygian cap. Carrying a white shield rimmed with scarlet, he stands ready to support the king in battle. The engraving showcases intricate details that bring this historical moment to life. Handcolored by Robert von Spalart in Vienna during the late 18th century, it captures both the grandeur of royal attire and the intensity of warfare. This print offers us a glimpse into ancient times when battles were fought with swords and shields instead of modern weaponry. It serves as a reminder of our rich history and honors those who fought bravely on behalf of their kingdoms. Displayed within private collections today, this engraving allows us to appreciate not only its artistic beauty but also its historical significance as we delve into the world of Anglo Saxon kingship and medieval warfare.
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