Photographic Print : Camp Du Drap D or
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Camp Du Drap D or
(anglicised as Field of the Cloth of Gold) - Henry VIII meets with Francois I near Calais to smooth out their differences : each seeks to out-impress the other
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1520 Calais Cloth Differences Drap Francois Impress Meets Seeks Smooth Viii Anglicised
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring the grandeur of historical encounters into your home with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints. This stunning image, titled "Camp Du Drap D'Or" or "Field of the Cloth of Gold," showcases a pivotal moment in history as Henry VIII of England and Francois I of France meet near Calais to mend their strained relationship. Each ruler strives to outshine the other in this spectacular display of opulence. This exquisite print from Mary Evans Prints Online, rights managed, captures the essence of this iconic moment in time. Order now and relive history in your very own space.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.7cm x 35.5cm (8.1" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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
Camp du Drap d'Or: A Grand Display of Power and Diplomacy, 1520 In this historic image from June, 1520, King Henry VIII of England (right) and King Francois I of France (left) meet near Calais to smooth out their differences, each seeking to out-impress the other in a grand display of power and diplomacy. Known as the Field of the Cloth of Gold, this extravagant encounter took place in a temporary camp, where the two monarchs and their retinues lived in opulent tents adorned with rich fabrics and precious metals. The meeting between Henry and Francois was significant as tensions between England and France had been escalating, with disputes over territorial claims and religious differences threatening to ignite another war between the two powerful European nations. In an effort to prevent conflict, the two kings agreed to a grand display of unity and friendship, with a series of lavish banquets, tournaments, and other festivities. The image captures the moment of their first meeting, with Henry and Francois standing in the middle of a lush, green field, surrounded by their respective entourages. Henry, dressed in a red and gold robe, wears a golden crown and holds a scepter, while Francois, in a blue and gold robe, holds a white staff adorned with a fleur-de-lis. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, highlighting the rich colors and textures of the clothing and camp. Despite the outward show of unity, however, the underlying tensions between England and France would continue to simmer, eventually leading to the War of the League of Cambrai in 1527. Nevertheless, the Field of the Cloth of Gold remains a fascinating glimpse into the world of European royalty and diplomacy in the early 16th century.
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