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The British Valhalla -- King Alfred
The British Valhalla -- King Alfred, coming to the Danish camp as a minstrel, and (right) hailed as the saviour of his people (meeting with the Welsh monk, Asser, who wrote a biography of the King), a suggestion for the scheme to decorate the newly built Houses of Parliament with frescoes. Date: 9th century
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1840s 1845 Arts Decorate Fresco Frescoes Hero Heroic Legend Medievalism Narrative Parliament Scheme Valhalla Visual Westminster
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and legend of King Alfred the Great with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring The British Valhalla -- King Alfred by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases a pivotal moment in history as King Alfred, disguised as a minstrel, is hailed as a savior by the Danes, uniting his people and inspiring hope amidst adversity. Bring the heroic tale of this legendary monarch into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Order now and let the story of King Alfred's courage and resilience be a source of inspiration and beauty in your daily life.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.4cm (16.5" x 21.8")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
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The British Valhalla -- King Alfred: A Vision of Medieval Heroism and Diplomacy in the Halls of Power This evocative image, titled "The British Valhalla -- King Alfred," transports us back to the 9th century, an era of heroic legends and political intrigue. The scene depicts King Alfred of Wessex, a pivotal figure in English history, approaching the Danish camp as a minstrel, strumming a harp and accompanied by a Welsh monk, Asser, who would later write a biography of the king. King Alfred, a man of great intellect and military prowess, is shown here as a savior of his people, bridging the gap between warring factions through the power of storytelling and diplomacy. The narrative of this illustration, created in the 1840s during the early Victorian era, speaks to the enduring fascination with the medieval period and its heroic tales. The setting of this illustration offers a tantalizing suggestion for the decorative scheme of the newly built Houses of Parliament in Westminster, London. The frescoes, inspired by the medieval past, would have added a layer of historical significance and visual grandeur to the halls of power. The image, with its rich details and intricate storytelling, invites us to ponder the role of art and history in shaping our collective memory and the architectural landscape of our cities. This illustration, a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring allure of the medieval past, serves as a reminder of the rich heritage that continues to inspire and inform our contemporary cultural narratives.
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