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The Field of the Cloth of Gold - Henry VIII and Francis I
The Meeting of King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of Francis at the Field of the Cloth of Gold or Camp du Drap d Or, the name given to a place in Balinghem, between Guines and Ardres, in France, near Calais from 7th June to 24th June 1520. Date: 1520
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1520 Anglo Bond Caps Cloth Diplomacy Diplomatic Doffing Drap Francis Friendship Guines Horseback Meeting Official Peace Tents Treaty Viii Ardres Balinghem
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of The Field of the Cloth of Gold - Henry VIII and Francis I by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the historic meeting between two monarchs, King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France, as they came together in a grand display of diplomacy and opulence at the Field of the Cloth of Gold in 1520. This stunning, high-quality print captures the essence of a bygone era, transporting you back to a time of grandeur and splendor. A must-have for history enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone seeking to adorn their walls with a piece of the past.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Field of the Cloth of Gold: A Historic Encounter of Friendship and Diplomacy between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France This evocative image captures the historic meeting between two monarchs, King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France, at the Field of the Cloth of Gold in Balinghem, near Calais, France, in June 1520. The name "Field of the Cloth of Gold" was given to this location due to the opulence and grandeur of the event, which saw the two kings and their retinues camped in luxurious tents adorned with cloth of gold. The meeting between Henry VIII and Francis I was significant as it marked an attempt to strengthen the diplomatic relationship between England and France during a time of political instability in Europe. The two monarchs, both known for their love of grand displays of power and wealth, came together on horseback, dressed in their finest attire, to seal an Anglo-French treaty and promote peace between their nations. In this image, we see Henry VIII and Francis I in the midst of their meeting, with their retinues looking on. Henry VIII is shown doffing his cap in a gesture of respect to his French counterpart, while Francis I wears a distinctive cap or hat adorned with feathers. The official nature of the encounter is evident in the formal attire and the grandeur of the setting, with the tents and banners of the two camps visible in the background. This meeting at the Field of the Cloth of Gold is an important moment in European history, showcasing the power and influence of these two monarchs and the diplomatic efforts to maintain peace and stability in a time of political upheaval. The image serves as a reminder of the complex diplomatic relationships that shaped Europe during the Renaissance period.
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