The siege of Shaizar in 1157 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Creator: Maître de Fauvel (active 1314-1340). The siege of Shaizar in 1157 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin")
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The siege of Shaizar in 1157 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Creator: Maître de Fauvel (active 1314-1340). The siege of Shaizar in 1157 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin")
The siege of Shaizar in 1157 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France
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Bibliotheque Nationale De France Book Art Crusade Crusader Crusaders Crusades Gouache On Parchment Illuminated Art Illuminated Manuscript Knight Knighthood Knights Longinus Maitre De Fauvel Active 1314 1340 Manuscript Illumination Matre De Fauvel Active 1314 1340 Medieval Illuminated Letter Miniature
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This stunning illuminated manuscript page, created by the Master of Fauvel between 1314 and 1340, depicts the Siege of Shaizar in 1157 as described in the French chivalric epic poem "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin." The scene unfolds on gothic parchment, with intricate details brought to life through the use of vibrant gouache. At the center of the composition, the Crusader army, led by the legendary hero Godfrey of Bouillon, advances towards the fortified city of Shaizar, which is defended by the Muslim leader, Saladin. The Crusaders, clad in armor and brandishing weapons, charge forward with determination and courage, while the city's defenders prepare for battle atop the city walls. In the foreground, a wounded knight, Longinus, is carried away on a stretcher by his comrades. The intensity of the battle is palpable, with arrows flying through the air and smoke rising from the city gates. The Master of Fauvel's skillful use of perspective and shading adds depth and dimension to the scene, transporting the viewer to the heart of the conflict. This illuminated manuscript page is a testament to the rich artistic and historical traditions of medieval Europe, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the Crusades and the chivalric ideals that shaped the Middle Ages. The Master of Fauvel's masterful illustration of the Siege of Shaizar is a true masterpiece of medieval illumination.
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