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If there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta (engraving)
8672620 If there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: "Ifs" in history: if there had been a floord at Runnymede when King John was about to sign Magna Carta, 1215. Illustration from The Boy's Own Annual (London, 1921-1922).); © Look and Learn
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13 13th Xiii Xiiith Thirteenth Century Agreeing Agreement Document Documents Riverthames The 13th Century 13 13th Xiii Xiiith Century 13 Century C13th Late Middle Age Medioeval Middle Ages Medieval Middles Ages Thirteenth Century Xiii Century Xiiith Century
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.7cm (10" x 7.4")
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This engraving by Thomas Edward Downey imagines a humorous "what if" scenario in history - what if there had been a floor at Runnymede when King John was about to sign the Magna Carta in 1215? The satirical drawing, originally published in The Boy's Own Annual in London, 1921-1922, depicts King John and his courtiers comically struggling to navigate the lack of solid ground as they attempt to finalize this historic agreement.
The artist cleverly captures the absurdity of the situation with wit and charm, highlighting the importance of this pivotal moment in medieval history while adding a touch of whimsy. The exaggerated expressions and gestures of the figures add an element of humor to this otherwise serious event.
As we gaze upon this scene from centuries past, we are reminded that even monumental events can be viewed through a lens of satire and comedy. This engraving serves as both a historical artifact and a piece of entertainment, inviting us to consider how different things might have been if only there had been a floor at Runnymede on that fateful day.
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