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Episode of the Battle of Pavia (1525), 1525-31 (tapestry)
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Episode of the Battle of Pavia (1525), 1525-31 (tapestry)
7378212 Episode of the Battle of Pavia (1525), 1525-31 (tapestry) by Orley, Bernard van (c.1488-1541); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Artist: Cartoon by Bernart Van Orley
The Battle of Pavia in 1525 took place between the French army under the command of Francis I personally and the imperial army of Charles V of Habsburg. Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. The victory was won by the Germans and Francis I was taken prisoner.)
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This print showcases a tapestry titled "Episode of the Battle of Pavia (1525)" by Bernard van Orley. Created between 1525 and 1531, this artwork is housed in the Museo di Capodimonte in Naples, Italy. The tapestry depicts a significant historical event known as the Battle of Pavia that took place in 1525. The battle unfolded between the French army led by Francis I and the imperial army commanded by Charles V of Habsburg, who was also the Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. In this intense confrontation, victory ultimately favored Charles V's forces, resulting in Francis I being captured and held prisoner. Van Orley's cartoon for this tapestry beautifully captures the chaos and intensity of battle scenes from that era. The composition features a multitude of soldiers engaged in combat on horseback while wielding various weapons such as swords and spears. Flags flutter proudly amidst clashes and confrontations. This historic artwork not only serves as an impressive display of artistic skill but also offers insight into a pivotal moment in European history. It transports viewers back to sixteenth-century Europe, allowing them to witness firsthand one of its most significant conflicts.
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