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Richard I of England pardons the archer who shot him, 1199 (1864)
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Richard I of England pardons the archer who shot him, 1199 (1864)
Richard I of England pardons the archer who shot him, 1199 (1864). Richard the Lionheart (1157-1199) was fatally wounded by a crossbow bolt while besieging the castle of Chalus-Chabrol in France
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In this lithograph from 1864, we witness a remarkable moment in history as Richard I of England, known as Richard the Lionheart, extends an act of forgiveness to the very archer who had shot him. The scene takes place in Richard's bedchamber during his final moments on his deathbed in 1199. The image beautifully captures the solemnity and gravity of the situation. Surrounded by loyal subjects and members of his court, King Richard lies wounded yet regal upon his bed while a diverse group of men and women observe with bated breath. The room is filled with tension as all eyes focus on the king's merciful gesture. Richard's decision to pardon the archer demonstrates not only his legendary bravery but also his capacity for compassion and forgiveness. Despite suffering a fatal wound inflicted by this very individual during the siege of Chalus-Chabrol castle in France, he chooses to rise above vengeance and embrace mercy instead. This lithograph serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst war and conflict, humanity can prevail through acts of grace. It immortalizes an extraordinary moment when a monarch transcends personal pain to embody true nobility. James William Edmund Doyle masterfully brings this historical event to life through vivid colors and meticulous attention to detail. Through this artwork, we are transported back centuries ago to witness an act that would forever be etched into history - King Richard I pardoning the archer who shot him.
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