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Aftermath of the Battle of Legnano, Italy, 1176 (1913). Artist: Arthur C Michael
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Aftermath of the Battle of Legnano, Italy, 1176 (1913). Artist: Arthur C Michael
Aftermath of the Battle of Legnano, Italy, 1176 (1913). In vain they sought his dead body among the slain. Searching for the body of Frederick I (1122-1190), known as Barbarossa, Holy Roman Emperor from 1155, who was mistakenly thought to have been killed during the battle. The battle was fought between the armies of the Holy Roman Empire, commanded by Frederick, and the Lombard League, who emerged victorious. From A History of Germany by HE Marshall
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Aftermath of the Battle of Legnano, Italy, 1176 (1913)
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. In this print by Arthur C Michael, we are transported back to the year 1176 in Italy. The image depicts a haunting scene from the aftermath of the Battle of Legnano, where armies clashed and lives were lost. As dusk settles over the battlefield, torchlight illuminates a group of men searching desperately for their fallen leader. The central focus of this composition lies on Frederick I, also known as Barbarossa, Holy Roman Emperor. Mistakenly believed to have perished during the battle, his loyal soldiers scour the carnage in vain hope of finding his lifeless body among the slain. Their faces etched with determination and grief reveal their unwavering loyalty to their monarch. This historical moment captures not only a pivotal event but also reflects upon themes such as loyalty and sacrifice that resonate throughout time. The artist's use of color adds depth and intensity to this poignant scene from medieval history. Arthur C Michael masterfully brings together elements from different eras - ancient battles and early twentieth-century artistry - creating a visual narrative that transports us into an era long gone but forever imprinted in our collective memory. This print serves as a powerful reminder that even in times past when darkness fell upon nations torn apart by war, there were those who would stop at nothing to honor their fallen leaders and preserve their legacy for future generations.
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