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The Night after the Battle; Edith discovers, amid the Slain, the Body of Harold, Last Saxon King of England
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The Night after the Battle; Edith discovers, amid the Slain, the Body of Harold, Last Saxon King of England
LLM456995 The Night after the Battle; Edith discovers, amid the Slain, the Body of Harold, Last Saxon King of England by Maclise, Daniel (1806-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Night after the Battle; Edith discovers, amid the Slain, the Body of Harold, Last Saxon King of England. Illustration for The Norman Conquest (Art Union, 1866).); © Look and Learn
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Amid Discovers Edith King William I Norman Conquest Slain William The Conqueror
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In this hauntingly beautiful print, titled "The Night after the Battle; Edith discovers, amid the Slain, the Body of Harold, Last Saxon King of England" artist Daniel Maclise captures a poignant moment in history. The scene depicts Edith, a noblewoman and wife of Harold II, standing amidst the aftermath of the fateful Battle of Hastings. As moonlight casts an ethereal glow upon the battlefield strewn with fallen soldiers, Edith's grief-stricken face reveals her anguish at discovering her husband's lifeless body among the slain. This heart-wrenching encounter symbolizes not only personal loss but also marks a pivotal moment in English history. The Norman Conquest led by William I (also known as William the Conqueror) had just taken place, forever altering England's destiny. With Harold's death came an end to Saxon rule and ushered in a new era under Norman control. Maclise masterfully conveys both sorrow and resilience through his intricate engravings. Each stroke tells its own story - from battle scars etched on bodies to shadows dancing across Edith's tear-stained face. This powerful image serves as a reminder that even amidst tragedy and confrontation, there is beauty to be found in art. It compels us to reflect on our shared human experiences: love lost, kingdoms transformed, and ultimately how we navigate through adversity.
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