Fine Art Print : Edward IV Meets Louis XI
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Edward IV Meets Louis XI
Edward IV meets Louis XI on a bridge over the Somme
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Media ID 619481
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the Middle Ages with our exquisite Edward IV Meets Louis XI fine art print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image, available through Media Storehouse, depicts the iconic meeting between Edward IV of England and Louis XI of France on a bridge over the Somme. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the past to life, making this a stunning addition to any home or office. Order now and transport yourself back in time with this beautiful work of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the historic meeting between two monarchs, Edward IV of England and Louis XI of France, on a bridge over the River Somme in August 1475. The bridge, a symbol of connection and passage between two lands, serves as the backdrop for this significant diplomatic encounter. Edward IV, dressed in regal attire and wearing a crown, stands confidently on the English side of the bridge, his hands folded in front of him. His expression suggests a sense of authority and determination. Across the bridge, Louis XI, dressed in the robes of the French monarchy, approaches with a more cautious demeanor. His hands are clasped in front of him, and his gaze is fixed on Edward. The meeting between these two rulers was a pivotal moment in European history. Tensions between England and France had been escalating for years, and this encounter marked an attempt to establish peace between the two nations. The exact details of the meeting are not well documented, but it is believed that the two monarchs discussed various issues, including the return of French territories that had been seized by Edward during the Wars of the Roses. Despite the potential for peace, the meeting ultimately proved to be short-lived. Within a few years, hostilities between England and France resumed, leading to the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485, which saw the end of the Wars of the Roses and the rise of the Tudor dynasty in England. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into a fascinating moment in history, capturing the tension and intrigue of a diplomatic encounter between two powerful monarchs on the bridge over the River Somme in 1475.
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