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The Guelfs split into the white and black after a small incident, 1300
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The Guelfs split into the white and black after a small incident, 1300
LLM454566 The Guelfs split into the white and black after a small incident, 1300 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Guelfs split into the white and black after a small incident, 1300. Illustration for Storia d Italia by Paolo Giudici (Nerbini, 1930).); © Look and Learn
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© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
1300 Florentino Holy Roman Emperor Papacy Pistoia Split Tavern Tuscan Guelphs
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The Guelfs Split into the White and Black - A Small Incident with Grave Consequences
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. This photo print, titled "The Guelfs split into the white and black after a small incident, 1300" captures a pivotal moment in Italian history. The image depicts an intense scene unfolding at a tavern in Florence, where tensions between the Guelfs and Ghibellines have reached their boiling point. In 1300, Italy was divided by political factions supporting either the Pope (Guelfs) or the Holy Roman Emperor (Ghibellines). What started as a seemingly insignificant disagreement between members of the Cancelleri family quickly escalated into a full-blown brawl that would forever change the course of Italian politics. As swords clash and fists fly amidst overturned tables and shattered glassware, this image encapsulates not only the physical violence but also symbolizes deeper ideological divisions within society. The split between the white-clad Guelfs and black-clad Ghibellines becomes evident as chaos ensues. This historical event had far-reaching consequences for Tuscany and Europe as a whole. It intensified hostilities between rival cities such as Florence and Pistoia while exacerbating existing power struggles within Italy's Lombard League. The aftermath of this small incident would shape future alliances, conflicts, and ultimately influence Italy's political landscape for centuries to come. Through this thought-provoking photograph by Scarpelli Tancredi from Bridgeman Images' private collection, viewers are
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