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"All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom"(colour litho)
976002 " All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom" (colour litho) by Semant, Paul de (1855-1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: " All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom". Bertrand du Guesclin in English captivity after the Battle of Auray, 1364. Illustration for Du Guesclin by Theodore Cahu (Jouvet, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23525052
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
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14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating lithograph titled ""All the women of France will spin their distaffs to pay my ransom"" by Paul de Semant depicts a significant moment in history during the Hundred Years War. The artwork showcases Bertrand du Guesclin, a renowned French military commander, captured and held captive by the English after the Battle of Auray in 1364. In this scene, du Guesclin confidently boasts about his impending release, proclaiming that all the women of France will spin their distaffs to raise his ransom. The image beautifully captures the medieval setting with its intricate details and vibrant colors. Du Guesclin's capture symbolizes both the brutality and chivalry of warfare during this tumultuous period. It highlights not only his bravery as a knight but also reflects on gender roles at that time, emphasizing how even women were willing to contribute to securing his freedom. This print serves as a historical reminder of one man's struggle for liberation amidst political turmoil and demonstrates the power dynamics between nations during this era. It is an evocative representation of courage, captivity, and ultimately hope for redemption. Overall, this artwork offers viewers a glimpse into an important chapter in European history while showcasing Semant's talent for capturing emotion through visual storytelling.
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