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Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. Artist: I Hall
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Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. Artist: I Hall
Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776. King Alfred, in disguise, is rebuked by the Neat Herds Wife, for letting the cakes burn. Alfred the Great (849-899), Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Much of Alfreds reign was taken up with the struggle against the Danish invaders. After Alfred defeated the Danes at Edington, Wiltshire, in 878, England was divided in half, with the south-western part in the hands of the Saxons, and the north-eastern portion, the Danelaw, administered by the Danes. War broke out again in the 890s, but by 897 the Danes had been defeated. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1776
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9th Century Aelfred Alfred I Alfred The Great Anglo Saxon Angry Arrow Burning Burnt Cake Cottage Embarrassed Embarrassment Fireplace Hall King Alfred King Alfred The Great King Of Wessex Telling Off Chastising Sheepish
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Alfred in the Neat-Herds Cottage, 1776 - A Glimpse into King Alfred's Humble Side
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. In this print from 1776, we are transported back to the 9th century, witnessing a rare moment of vulnerability for one of England's greatest monarchs. The artist I Hall masterfully captures the scene where King Alfred, disguised as a commoner, finds himself scolded by the Neat Herds Wife for letting her cakes burn. King Alfred the Great, known for his valiant efforts against Danish invaders during his reign as Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871 to 899, is depicted here in an intimate setting. The cottage's fireplace crackles with fire while a bow and arrow rest nearby—a reminder that even amidst domesticity, warfare was never far away. The image evokes a sense of embarrassment on Alfred's face as he sheepishly accepts his chastising. His royal status momentarily forgotten as he faces the consequences of neglecting his duties in this humble abode. This engraving not only offers us a glimpse into an episode from history but also reminds us that even great leaders have their moments of imperfection. It humanizes King Alfred and invites contemplation on how power can be humbling when confronted with everyday struggles. Through its monochrome palette and intricate details, this print transports us back to an era long gone. It serves as both a historical document and an artistic representation that allows us to connect with our past while appreciating the complexities faced by those who shaped it.
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