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The Meeting of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre, and Maximilien de Bethune, Duke
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The Meeting of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre, and Maximilien de Bethune, Duke
XIR899057 The Meeting of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre, and Maximilien de Bethune, Duke of Sully on the plain of Beuvron the day after the Battle of Ivry in 1590, 1822 (oil on canvas) by Taunay, Nicolas Antoine (1755-1830); 77x99 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes, France; (add.info.: Rencontre d Henri IV (1553-1610), roi de Navarre (1572) et de France (1589), et Sully dans la plaine de Beuvron le lendemain de la bataille d Ivry en 1590.
Maximilien de Bethune, first Duke of Sully (1560-1641).
(PE6803 RL12787 LA99125 LA30208)); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12944624
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Aftermath Battle Of Ivry Duke Of Sully Henry Iv King Of France Maximilien De Bethune Minister Wounded
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In this photo print, we are transported back to a significant moment in history - the meeting of Henry IV, King of France and Navarre, and Maximilien de Bethune, Duke of Sully on the plain of Beuvron. Painted by Nicolas Antoine Taunay in 1822, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 77x99 cm and is housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Nantes, France. The scene depicts the aftermath of the Battle of Ivry in 1590. Wounded soldiers surround Henry IV as he extends his hand to greet Duke Sully. The expressions on their faces reveal a mixture of exhaustion and determination. It is evident that they have just emerged from a fierce battle but remain resolute in their commitment to lead their country forward. Maximilien de Bethune, known as Duke Sully, stands tall beside his king. As Henry IV's trusted minister and advisor, Sully played an instrumental role in implementing economic reforms that would strengthen France's economy during this tumultuous period. This painting captures not only a historical event but also showcases the bond between these two influential figures. Their meeting symbolizes unity amidst chaos and serves as a reminder that even after facing adversity together on the battlefield, they stand united with unwavering loyalty towards each other and their nation. Taunay's attention to detail brings this pivotal moment vividly to life for viewers today. This remarkable artwork allows us to witness firsthand an important
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