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The taking of Nicaea, Turkey, by the crusaders in 1097, c. 1880 (litho)
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The taking of Nicaea, Turkey, by the crusaders in 1097, c. 1880 (litho)
KW441365 The taking of Nicaea, Turkey, by the crusaders in 1097, c.1880 (litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From a window in the Church of the Abbey of St. Denis, now destroyed; Illustration from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880; ); Ken Welsh; European, out of copyright
Media ID 12882255
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Abbey Battlements Besieging C11th Christians Circle Citadel Crusader Crusaders Denis First Crusade Iznik Paul Lacroix Siege Turks Walls Nicaea
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph, titled "The taking of Nicaea, Turkey, by the crusaders in 1097" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an anonymous European School artist from the 19th century, this print captures the intensity and grandeur of the First Crusade. Set against a backdrop of towering battlements and castle walls, we witness a fierce battle between Christian crusaders and Turkish defenders. The scene is filled with action as soldiers on horseback charge forward with determination and bravery. Their armored bodies glisten under the sunlight while their horses gallop with unwavering strength. Intriguingly, this illustration was once part of a window display at the Church of Abbey St. Denis before its unfortunate destruction. It now resides within a private collection but remains accessible for all to appreciate through this lithographic reproduction. Paul Lacroix's book "Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages" served as inspiration for this artwork's creation. Published in London around 1880, it offers valuable insights into medieval warfare and provides historical context for events like the siege of Nicaea. As we delve into this image, we are reminded not only of its artistic beauty but also of its significance as an artifact that sheds light on one chapter in our shared human story - where cultures clashed amidst religious fervor during an era known as the Middle Ages.
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