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Third bas-relief of a 12th century sarcophagus. Knights fighting off wild men in bearskins beneath the walls of a city and rescuing a princess. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Verico from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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1. Title: Chivalric Defiance: Knights Rescuing a Princess from Wild Men in the 12th Century (Third Bas-relief of a 12th Century Sarcophagus) This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Verico for Giulio Ferrario's "Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World," published in Florence, Italy, in 1844, showcases a thrilling scene of chivalric combat. The third bas-relief of a 12th-century sarcophagus comes to life as knights in surcoats and chainmail, armed with swords, valiantly defend the city walls against wild men donning bearskins. In the heart of the battle, a gallant knight rides in to save a damsel in distress, the princess, from the clutches of her captors. The intricate details of the engraving reveal the rich tapestry of medieval life, where chivalry and romance intertwine. The knights' surcoats, emblazoned with their individual coats of arms, flutter in the wind as they fiercely engage the wild men. The knights' chainmail armour gleams in the sun, while the wild men's bearskins provide a stark contrast, symbolizing the clash between civilization and the untamed wilderness. The city walls, with their towering battlements and fortified gates, stand as a testament to the resilience and determination of the people within. The princess, with her delicate features and regal bearing, embodies the beauty and grace that the knights are sworn to protect. This engraving offers a glimpse into the medieval world, where chivalric ideals and romantic tales of knights rescuing damsels in distress were woven into the fabric of society. The image continues to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the enduring allure of the knightly code and the thrill of the chivalric adventure.
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