Framed Print : Pedro Marcuello offers his Cancionero to Philip the Handso
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Pedro Marcuello offers his Cancionero to Philip the Handso
Pedro Marcuello offers his Cancionero to Philip I of Castile (1478-1506), known as Philip the Handsome and Joanna of Castile (1479-1555), known as Joan the Mad, in 1502. The book was probably composed in four stages, between 1482 and 1502. Miniature
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1502 Aragon Castile Castilian Castille Crow Dynasty Habsburg Iberian Joan Joanna Knee Kneeling Leon Monarch Monarchy Offer Offerer Pedro Peninsula Philip Trastamara 15th
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of history to your home or office with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, "Pedro Marcuello offers his Cancionero to Philip I of Castile and Joanna of Castile," showcases a significant moment in Spanish history. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Pedro Marcuello presenting his Cancionero, a collection of poetry, to Philip the Handsome and Joan the Mad in 1502. This stunning print, with its rich colors and intricate details, is a must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone looking to add a unique and elegant touch to their space. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting display. Acquire this piece of history today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.9cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite miniature captures a pivotal moment in the literary and political history of the Iberian Peninsula. In the image, Pedro Marcuello, a prominent poet and courtier from the Kingdom of Aragon, humbly offers his Cancionero, a collection of Castilian poetry, to King Philip I of Castile, also known as Philip the Handsome, and his queen, Joanna of Castile, or Joan the Mad. The scene unfolds in the year 1502. The Cancionero, a compilation of love poems, epigrams, and other literary pieces, was most likely completed in four stages between 1482 and 1502. Marcuello's act of presenting the book to the royal couple signified both the recognition of his literary prowess and the consolidation of the Castilian literary tradition. The king and queen are depicted in the image, seated on their thrones, with their courtiers and attendants in the background. Philip, dressed in the Habsburg dynasty's distinctive colors, extends his hand in a gesture of acceptance, while Joanna, wearing a crown adorned with pearls and precious stones, looks on approvingly. Marcuello, dressed in the robes of a courtier, kneels before the monarchs, holding the open Cancionero in both hands. A curious detail in the image is the presence of a dog and a crow. The dog, a symbol of loyalty and fidelity, may represent the Castilian monarchy, while the crow, a symbol of wisdom, could represent the literary and intellectual pursuits embodied in the Cancionero. The image underscores the importance of the literary arts in the medieval and early modern courts, and the role of the monarchy in fostering and preserving cultural heritage.
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