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The Coronation of Harold Harefoot, 1036 (colour litho)
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The Coronation of Harold Harefoot, 1036 (colour litho)
3093978 The Coronation of Harold Harefoot, 1036 (colour litho) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation of Harold Harefoot, 1036. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
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The Coronation of Harold Harefoot, 1036 - A Majestic Moment in History
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. This print captures a significant historical event - the coronation of King Harold Harefoot in 1036. The image showcases the grandeur and solemnity of this medieval ceremony, transporting us back to a time when royalty held immense power and influence. In the center of the composition stands King Harold Harefoot, resplendent in his royal regalia. With an air of authority, he kneels before a bishop who holds a golden crown above his head. Surrounding them is a sea of people - courtiers, bishops, and commoners alike - all eagerly witnessing this momentous occasion. The scene is illuminated by torches that cast flickering light on the faces in the crowd. Their expressions range from awe to reverence as they bear witness to their new king's ascension to power. Bishops clad in richly embroidered robes add an air of religious sanctity to the proceedings. The setting itself exudes opulence; thrones adorned with crosses stand prominently behind King Harold and his entourage. The red cloak draped over him symbolizes his newfound status as ruler. This postcard print serves as both a visual reminder and historical artifact from early 20th-century England. It transports us back through time to experience firsthand one of the defining moments in Anglo-Saxon history – an era marked by political intrigue, cultural exchange, and royal lineage. Through this image captured by Joseph Finn
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