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The payment of the grudge to Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I (or Bajazet) (1360-1403) for the liberation of John I of Burgundy (1371-1419), said John without fear and his men
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The payment of the grudge to Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I (or Bajazet) (1360-1403) for the liberation of John I of Burgundy (1371-1419), said John without fear and his men
FLO4630528 The payment of the grudge to Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I (or Bajazet) (1360-1403) for the liberation of John I of Burgundy (1371-1419), said John without fear and his men, prisoners after the battle of Nicopolis (present-day Nikopol in Bulgaria) in 1396 - Lithography from the enluminated manuscript of John's Chronicles (1322 to 1400) by (Jehan) Froissart (1337-1404), 1868 - The payment of the ransom to Sultan Bayezid for John the Fearless, Count of Nevers and his fellow prisoners after the battle of Nicopolis, 1397 - Handcoloured lithograph after an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, London, 1868; (add.info.: The payment of the grudge to Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I (or Bajazet) (1360-1403) for the liberation of John I of Burgundy (1371-1419), said John without fear and his men, prisoners after the battle of Nicopolis (present-day Nikopol in Bulgaria) in 1396 - Lithography from the enluminated manuscript of John's Chronicles (1322 to 1400) by (Jehan) Froissart (1337-1404), 1868 - The payment of the ransom to Sultan Bayezid for John the Fearless, Count of Nevers and his fellow prisoners after the battle of Nicopolis, 1397 - Handcoloured lithograph after an illuminated manuscript from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, London, 1868); © Florilegius
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph captures the historic moment of The payment of the grudge to Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I for the liberation of John I of Burgundy and his men after the battle of Nicopolis in 1396. John, known as "John without fear," bravely faces his captor as the ransom is paid for his freedom.
The scene is rich with detail, showcasing the ornate attire and regal presence of both Sultan Bayezid and John the Fearless. The tension between them is palpable, yet there is a sense of mutual respect in their exchange.
The hand-colored lithograph beautifully brings to life this significant event from Sir John Froissart's Chronicles, providing a glimpse into a tumultuous period in European history. The intricate patterns and vibrant colors add depth to the narrative, drawing viewers into this momentous occasion.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal chapter in diplomatic relations between East and West. It serves as a reminder of the complexities and intrigues that shaped medieval Europe, where alliances were forged and broken on battlegrounds like Nicopolis.
Overall, this lithograph offers a window into a bygone era, inviting us to ponder on themes of power, honor, and redemption amidst political turmoil.
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