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The Death of Harold, 1902
The Death of Harold, 1902. Death of King Harold, Battle of Hastings, 1066 (1864). Harold II (c1022-1066) was nominated as his successor as King of Angles and Saxons by Edward the Confessor. His claim to the throne was disputed by William of Normandy, however, who landed at Pevensey, Sussex with an army on 28 September 1066. William and Harolds armies met in battle on Senlac Hill, 6 miles inland from Hastings, on 14 October, with the Normans winning the day. According to legend, Harold was killed by an arrow which struck him in the eye. After a work by Patten Wilson (1869-1934). From A Childs History of England by Charles Dickens [J. M. Dent & Co. New York, 1902]. (Colorised black and white print)
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The Death of Harold, 1902
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is a captivating print that vividly depicts the tragic demise of King Harold II during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The artist, Patten Wilson, skillfully brings to life this pivotal moment in history as he colorizes a engraving from Charles Dickens' book "A Child's History of England". In this dramatic scene, we witness the clash between two mighty armies on Senlac Hill. King Harold stands valiantly at the forefront, defending his claim to the throne against William of Normandy's forces. However, fate takes a cruel turn as an arrow finds its mark and strikes Harold directly in the eye. The image captures not only the violence and chaos of battle but also conveys a sense of loss and tragedy. The fallen king lies motionless on the battlefield while his loyal subjects mourn his untimely death. Shields shattered and weapons strewn across the ground serve as poignant reminders of lives lost in this historic conflict. Through Wilson's artistic interpretation, we are transported back to this defining moment in English history - a turning point that would shape future dynasties and forever alter England's destiny. This colorized print serves as both an homage to Charles Dickens' literary work and a visual testament to one man's fight for power amidst war-torn lands.
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