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The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France
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The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France
XEE4159109 The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France, and his half-brother Charles the Bald (? 877), ruler of West Francia - Le oath de Strasbourg: traite de Verdun, 843. The sons of Louis the Pious divided the territory (the Carolingian Empire): Charles the Bald received the West, Louis the Germanic the East, and Lothaire, who had the imperial title, the center. Engraving in " L histoire de France populaire de Henri Martin, 19th century. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Oaths of Strasbourg between Louis the German (876), ruler of East France, and his half-brother Charles the Bald (? 877), ruler of West Francia - Le oath de Strasbourg: traite de Verdun, 843. The sons of Louis the Pious divided the territory (the Carolingian Empire): Charles the Bald received the West, Louis the Germanic the East, and Lothaire, who had the imperial title, the center. Engraving in " L histoire de France populaire de Henri Martin, 19th century.); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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The Oaths of Strasbourg - A Testament to the Division of an Empire
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. This print captures a significant moment in history - "The Oaths of Strasbourg" between Louis the German and Charles the Bald. The year was 876, and these half-brothers stood as rulers over their respective territories - Louis ruling East France, while Charles governed West Francia. In this image, we witness a solemn exchange between two powerful figures, bound by blood but divided by land. Their oath-taking signifies not only a political agreement but also a defining moment in the Carolingian Empire's history. As we delve deeper into this historical event, we learn that it was part of a larger division orchestrated by their father, Louis the Pious. The empire was split among his three sons - Charles received the West, Louis inherited the East, and Lothaire claimed the central region along with its imperial title. The engraving itself is reminiscent of 19th-century artistry; its intricate details bring life to this pivotal scene. It serves as both an educational tool and a testament to human ambition and power struggles throughout time. Through this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, viewers are transported back in time to witness firsthand how empires rise and fall through familial ties tested by politics. It stands as a reminder that even within families lies potential for conflict and division – themes still relevant today.
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