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Fine Art Print : King Alfred And The Cakes, (c1850)
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King Alfred And The Cakes, (c1850)
King Alfred And The Cakes, (c1850). Alfred was king of the southern Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871-899 AD. Colour plate from Pictures of English History, George Routledge & Sons, (London, New York, c1850)
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Media ID 14910277
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of King Alfred And The Cakes (c1850), an intriguing and mysterious image of King Alfred the Great from the Pictures of English History series. This beautiful, vintage print, from Heritage Images, showcases the legendary king of Wessex in a captivating moment from English history. Add an air of sophistication and history to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Experience the richness of the past, brought to life in vibrant detail, and make a statement with this unique and intriguing piece of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 44.9cm (16" x 17.7")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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This 19th-century print titled "King Alfred And The Cakes" takes us back to the dark ages, specifically the 9th century. Depicting a pivotal moment in history, it showcases King Alfred the Great, ruler of Wessex from 871-899 AD. In this color plate from "Pictures of English History" we witness an exhausted and frustrated King Alfred standing before a hearth with a female cook by his side. The concept behind this scene is rooted in legend - as the story goes, while on the run from Viking invaders, Alfred sought refuge in a peasant woman's home. Unbeknownst to her, he was disguised as a commoner and asked to watch over some cakes she had baking in the oven. However, consumed by his worries and fatigue, he let them burn. The image captures both anger and weariness on King Alfred's face as he realizes his mistake. It serves as a reminder that even great monarchs can falter under pressure or succumb to exhaustion during challenging times. This print not only offers insight into historical events but also highlights gender roles of that era. While men were typically associated with power and leadership, women played crucial roles in domestic tasks such as cooking. Overall, this intriguing artwork invites viewers to delve into ancient history while appreciating its artistic representation within the context of 19th-century printing techniques.
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