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Henry 4 Emperor waiting 3 dayes and nights in frost & snow for admittance to Pope Gregory
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Henry 4 Emperor waiting 3 dayes and nights in frost & snow for admittance to Pope Gregory
STC469127 Henry 4 Emperor waiting 3 dayes and nights in frost & snow for admittance to Pope Gregory, illustration from Acts and Monuments by John Foxe, ninth edition, pub. 1684 (litho) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Walk to Canossa, January 1077; Henry IV (1050-1106), King of the Romans and Holy Roman Emperor; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23489516
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures a historic moment of great significance - the intense and dramatic scene of Emperor Henry IV waiting for three days and nights in freezing frost and snow outside the gates of Canossa, seeking admittance to Pope Gregory VII. The woodcut illustration, taken from John Foxe's renowned Acts and Monuments, showcases the emperor's profound humiliation as he stands barefooted and barelegged before the imposing city walls. The image transports us back to January 1077 when this iconic event unfolded during what is famously known as the Walk to Canossa. Henry IV, King of the Romans and Holy Roman Emperor, accompanied by his wife and child, endured extreme physical discomfort in an attempt to reconcile with Pope Gregory VII. This act symbolized both political power struggles within medieval Europe as well as religious tensions between church and state. The engraving beautifully depicts Henry IV's determination to seek forgiveness from Pope Gregory VII after being excommunicated. It serves as a powerful reminder of how even mighty rulers can be brought low by their own ambitions. The stark contrast between the emperor's vulnerability against nature's harsh elements further emphasizes his desperation for reconciliation. Overall, this historical artwork not only highlights a significant episode in European history but also reminds us of our shared human experiences - our capacity for humility, redemption, and resilience in times of adversity.
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