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The death of King Edward the martyr (962-978) represented with his mother-in-law Elfthryth (Elfrida) who handed him a glass of poison at the castle of Corfe, 978 (Edward (Eadward) the Martyr (963)
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The death of King Edward the martyr (962-978) represented with his mother-in-law Elfthryth (Elfrida) who handed him a glass of poison at the castle of Corfe, 978 (Edward (Eadward) the Martyr (963)
ELD4874214 The death of King Edward the martyr (962-978) represented with his mother-in-law Elfthryth (Elfrida) who handed him a glass of poison at the castle of Corfe, 978 (Edward (Eadward) the Martyr (963? -978) English king from 975, at Corfe, offered poisoned drink by his stepmother Aelfthryth) Illustration from " A Chronicle of England" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection; Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of King Edward the martyr (962-978) represented with his mother-in-law Elfthryth (Elfrida) who handed him a glass of poison at the castle of Corfe, 978 (Edward (Eadward) the Martyr (963? -978) English king from 975, at Corfe, offered poisoned drink by his stepmother Aelfthryth) Illustration from " A Chronicle of England" by James Doyle, 1864 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This haunting image captures the tragic moment of King Edward the Martyr's death at the hands of his treacherous mother-in-law Elfthryth (Elfrida). The scene is set in the castle of Corfe, where Elfthryth coldly hands a glass of poison to her stepson, sealing his fate.
King Edward, known for his piety and devotion, met a cruel end at the hands of those closest to him. His mother-in-law's betrayal is depicted with chilling detail in this illustration from "A Chronicle of England" by James Doyle. The artist masterfully conveys the tension and deceit present in this pivotal moment in history.
Elfthryth's sinister actions are contrasted with King Edward's noble demeanor, emphasizing the tragedy of his untimely demise. As he reaches out to accept the poisoned drink, one can't help but feel a sense of sorrow and injustice for this martyred king.
The historical significance of this event is captured beautifully in this print, serving as a reminder of the dark side of power and ambition. It stands as a testament to both human frailty and resilience in the face of betrayal.
Overall, this image serves as a poignant reminder that even kings are not immune to deception and treachery. The legacy of King Edward the Martyr lives on through art like this, immortalizing his story for generations to come.
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