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Tournament on the Field of the Cloth of Gold, France
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Tournament on the Field of the Cloth of Gold, France
Tournament on the Field of the Cloth of Gold, Balinghem, northern France, 7 to 24 June 1520.
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1520 1520s Armour Audience Cloth Feather Horseback Joust Jousting Knight Knights Spectators Tent Tents Tournament Tudor Balinghem
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The Tournament on the Field of the Cloth of Gold, held in Balinghem, northern France, between the 7th and 24th of June in the year 1520, was an extravagant display of chivalry, pageantry, and diplomacy. This iconic image captures the essence of the event, with knights in their finest armor, mounted on magnificent horses, engaging in a jousting tournament. The Cloth of Gold, a rich and expensive fabric, was the backdrop for this grand spectacle, lending an air of opulence and luxury to the proceedings. The knights, hailing from England and France, donned helmets adorned with plumes and other decorative elements, as they charged towards each other, their lances held high. Tents and pavilions, pitched for the noble spectators and dignitaries, can be seen in the background, adding to the bustling scene. The audience, dressed in their finest attire, watched with rapt attention, their faces a mix of excitement, awe, and anticipation. The Tournament on the Field of the Cloth of Gold was a significant event in the 1520s, marking a period of relative peace between England and France, under the reign of King Henry VIII and King Francis I, respectively. The tournament served as a platform for diplomacy, as well as a showcase of martial prowess, horsemanship, and the wealth and power of the monarchs involved. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and spectacle of this historic event, frozen in time.
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