Photographic Print > Europe > Italy > Emilia-Romagna > Reggio nellEmilia
Photographic Print : King Henry IV, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Photo Prints from Heritage Images
King Henry IV, (1936). Creator: Unknown
King Henry IV, (1936). Kaiser Heinrich IV. Henry IV of Germany outside the gates of Canossa, Italy, in 1077. " Barefoot, clad in a hair shirt, Henry appeared before the gates, begging for admission". Henry IV (1050-1106) was King of Germany from 1056 and Holy Roman Emperor from 1084. In 1077, he performed penance outside the gates of Canossa Castle in order to persuade Pope Gregory VII to reverse his excommunication. The incident occurred during the Investiture Controversy, a conflict between church and state that broke out in 1075 and led to Germany being embroiled in civil war for almost half a century. From " Bilder Deutscher Geschichte", (Pictures of German History), No.12, cigarette card album. [Cigaretten-Bilderdienst, Altona-Bahrenfeld, Hamburg, Germany, 1936]
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 19124758
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
11th Century Altona Bahrenfeld Bilder Deutscher Geschichte Canossa Cigaretten Bi Cigaretten Bilderdienst Cloak Eduard Eleventh Century Emilia Romagna Guard Hadank Hadank O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner Helmet Henry Iv His Majesty Holy Roman Emperor O H W O H W Hadank Ohw Hadank Oskar Hermann Werner Oskar Hermann Werner Hadank Penance Salian Dynasty Shirt Walls Barefoot Emperor Henry Iv Fortifications Hair Shirt Heinrich Iv Henry Iv Holy Roman Emperor Investiture Controversy Monarchy
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience history in vivid detail with Media Storehouse's exquisite photographic print of King Henry IV (1936). This captivating image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts Henry IV of Germany, also known as Henry the Quarrelsome, outside the gates of Canossa, Italy, in 1077. Known for his penance and humility, Henry is shown barefoot and clad in a hair shirt, demonstrating his deep contrition. Bring this significant moment in history into your home or office with our premium-quality photographic prints, perfect for adding depth and character to any space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Medieval Art
> Arts
> Artists
> R
> Roman Roman
> Arts
> Literature
> Europe
> Italy
> Emilia-Romagna
> Reggio nellEmilia
> Europe
> Italy
> Emilia-Romagna
> Related Images
> Historic
> Medieval architecture
> Castles and fortresses
> Ancient fortifications
> Religious Art
> Religious Architecture
> Churches and Cathedrals
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a defining moment in the life of King Henry IV, also known as Kaiser Heinrich IV. In 1077, outside the imposing gates of Canossa Castle in Italy, the king made a remarkable display of humility and penance. Clad in a hair shirt and barefoot, he beseeched for admission, seeking to reverse his excommunication by Pope Gregory VII. King Henry IV's act of contrition was part of the larger Investiture Controversy that engulfed Germany during this period. The conflict between church and state had plunged the nation into civil war for nearly fifty years. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the power struggle between religious authority and political control. The photograph itself is an intriguing piece from "Bilder Deutscher Geschichte" a cigarette card album published in 1936 by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst. Its vivid colors bring to life both the historical figure and his surroundings. The castle's fortifications tower above him while guards stand watchfully nearby. Through this image, we glimpse into an extraordinary chapter in German history—a time when one man's determination to regain favor with the Church led him to perform acts that would forever be etched in memory. King Henry IV's journey towards redemption stands as a testament to faith, resilience, and ultimately reconciliation between conflicting powers.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
