The Siege of Nicaea in 1097 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Creator: Maître de Fauvel (active 1314-1340). The Siege of Nicaea in 1097 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337

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The Siege of Nicaea in 1097 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Creator: Maître de Fauvel (active 1314-1340). The Siege of Nicaea in 1097 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337

The Siege of Nicaea in 1097 (From "Li rommans de Godefroy de Buillon et de Salehadin"), 1337. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

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Bibliotheque Nationale De France Book Art Catapult Crusade Crusader Crusaders Crusades First Crusade Gouache On Parchment Illuminated Art Illuminated Manuscript Knight Knighthood Knights Longinus Maitre De Fauvel Active 1314 1340 Manuscript Illumination Matre De Fauvel Active 1314 1340 Medieval Illuminated Letter Military History Miniature Catapulta

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This exquisite illuminated manuscript page, created by the Master of Fauvel between 1314 and 1340, depicts a pivotal moment in the First Crusade's history: the Siege of Nicaea in 1097. The scene unfolds in rich detail, with Crusader knights, clad in armor and brandishing weapons, launching a catapulta, or catapult, against the city walls of Nicaea. The siege engine, a symbol of medieval military might, is manned by several Crusaders, each focused intently on their task. The city of Nicaea, located in present-day Turkey, was a significant stronghold for the Seljuk Turks, who had defeated the Byzantine Empire's forces earlier that year. The Crusaders, led by Godfroy de Bouillon and Bohemond of Taranto, sought to capture the city and secure their position in the Holy Land. The Master of Fauvel's intricate gouache on parchment illustration captures the intensity and drama of the siege. The Crusaders' determination is palpable, as they prepare to hurl a projectile over the city walls, hoping to breach the defenses and gain entry. The scene is further enhanced by the use of gold and vibrant colors, which add a sense of grandeur and opulence to the image. The illustration is part of the "Li rommans de Godefroy de Bouillon et de Salehadin," a French chanson de geste (epic poem) that recounts the First Crusade's events. The manuscript is now housed in the Bibliotheque Nationale de France, a testament to the enduring legacy of medieval illuminated art and the rich history of the Crusades.

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