Cushion : Boadicea (Boudica)
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Boadicea (Boudica)
Boadicea (Boudica, 30-61 AD), a queen of the British Celtic Iceni tribe. Seen here in an imaginary Victorian illustration
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Media ID 14263718
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1883 Boadicea Boudica Boudicca Briton Celtic Iceni Raised Spear
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Boudica, also known as Boudicca or Budicca, was a formidable queen of the British Celtic Iceni tribe, who lived between 30 and 61 AD. This Victorian illustration, produced around 1883, immortalizes the fierce and defiant spirit of Boudica as she leads her warriors into battle against the occupying Roman forces. Dressed in traditional Celtic attire, Boudica wears a flowing gown adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors, symbolizing her connection to her people and the land they inhabited. Her long, flowing hair, often depicted as red in historical accounts, cascades down her back, adding to her regal and powerful appearance. In her right hand, she holds a spear, a symbol of her warrior status and her readiness to defend her people and their territory. Boudica's story is one of resistance and rebellion against the oppressive Roman Empire. After her husband, King Prasutagus, died, the Romans seized the Iceni lands and subjected the tribe to heavy taxes and cruel treatment. Enraged by this injustice, Boudica rallied her people and launched a massive uprising, which saw the Romans suffer significant losses. Despite her bravery and successes, Boudica's rebellion ultimately ended in defeat. The exact circumstances of her death remain uncertain, but her legacy as a symbol of British resistance against foreign occupation has endured throughout history. This powerful and evocative image serves as a reminder of her indomitable spirit and the resilience of the human will in the face of adversity.
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