Poster Print : Alfons VI of Leon and Castile (1040-1109). Nicknamed The Bra
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Alfons VI of Leon and Castile (1040-1109). Nicknamed The Bra
Alfons VI of Leon and Castile (1040-1109). Nicknamed The Brave or the Valiant. Portrait. Engraving. Colored
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12th Alfons Alfonso Alphonse Castile Conquest Galicia Galician Hispania Iberian Jimenez Leon Peninsula Toledo
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring Alfons VI of Leon and Castile, also known as "The Brave" or "The Valiant." This captivating portrait, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Alfons VI in engraved detail, beautifully colored for a vivid and engaging display. Add a touch of history to your home or office, and relive the rich stories of the past with our high-quality poster prints.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 51.4cm (16.5" x 20.2")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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
Alfons VI of Leon and Castile, also known as Alfonso or Alphonse the Brave or the Valiant, is depicted in this stunning 12th-century engraving. Born in 1040, Alfons was the son of Veremund of León and Sancha of Castile. He ascended to the throne of León in 1072 and later, in 1075, he conquered Toledo, the former capital of the Visigothic Kingdom, marking the beginning of the Christian Reconquista of the Iberian Peninsula. Alfons VI is considered one of the greatest kings of the Middle Ages in the Iberian Peninsula. He expanded his territories, which included Galicia, León, and Castile, and was known for his military prowess and his patronage of the arts and sciences. This engraving, which features Alfons in regal attire and a crown, highlights his status as a powerful monarch. The image is richly colored, adding depth and vibrancy to the intricate details of the engraving. The background is adorned with geometric patterns and foliage, further emphasizing the grandeur of the king and the artistic skill of the engraver. Alfons VI ruled until his death in 1109, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the history of Europe. His conquests paved the way for the eventual unification of the Iberian Peninsula under Christian rule, and his patronage of the arts and sciences contributed to the cultural development of the region. This engraving serves as a testament to his bravery and the impact he had on European history.
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