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NORMANS IN IRELAND 1169
The Norman, Fitz-Stephen, sent by Strongbow to pacify Ireland burns his boats off the coast of Wexford as a sign that he has no intention of retreating Date: 1169
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Burns Defiance Fitz Intention Norman Normans Retreating Stephen That Wexford 1169 Sent Strongbow
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the Norman conquest of Ireland, as depicted in the Chronicle of the Anglo-Norman warrior, Gerald of Wales. In 1169, following the appointment of Richard fitzGilbert de Clare, also known as Strongbow, as Lord of Leinster by King Henry II of England, the Norman forces under the command of his kinsman, Maurice fitzGerald and the Anglo-Norman knight, William fitzStephen, were dispatched to pacify the rebellious Irish. As they approached the coast of Wexford, the Irish forces, led by Diarmait MacMurrough, gathered in strength, determined to resist the invaders. Realizing that his troops were outnumbered and facing a formidable enemy, fitzStephen, who had been sent specifically to secure the area for Strongbow, devised a bold strategy to demonstrate his resolve and deter any thoughts of retreat. He ordered his men to burn their boats, sending a clear message to the Irish that they had no intention of leaving. The sight of the Norman boats engulfed in flames off the coast of Wexford must have been a terrifying spectacle for the Irish forces, who were already wary of the formidable Norman military prowess. This defiant act of destruction not only boosted the morale of the Norman troops but also served as a powerful psychological weapon against their adversaries. The Norman conquest of Ireland, which began with Strongbow's arrival in 1170, would continue for centuries, shaping the cultural, political, and social landscape of the island. This iconic image of fitzStephen's boats ablaze serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal role played by the Normans in Irish history and the enduring impact of their arrival.
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