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Coronation of King Henry IV
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Coronation of King Henry IV
An impression of part of the Coronation procession at the time of King Henry IV (1366 - 1413), showing knightly attendants in procession up the nave bearing the mace, the helmet, the shield and the Sword of State. Standing on the extreme left is a man of the law, the scarlet cap slung over his shoulder a distinguishing badge of office. Date: 1937
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Media ID 14133685
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Attendants Bolingbroke Ceremonial Ceremony Coronation Emblems Fourteenth Mace Monarchy Nave Pageant Pageantry Procession Regalia Shield Spectacle Symbols 14th 1937
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This print depicts an impression of the Coronation procession of King Henry IV of England, which took place in 1399. The image showcases a section of the grand procession making its way up the nave of a medieval cathedral. Knights in resplendent armor bear the regal emblems of the mace, helmet, shield, and Sword of State. The solemnity and grandeur of the occasion are palpable, as the knights move in unison, their armor glinting in the dimly lit cathedral. On the extreme left of the print stands a man of the law, his scarlet cap slung over his shoulder, a distinguishing badge of his office. The year is 1399, and King Henry IV, also known as Henry Bolingbroke, has claimed the throne after the deposition of Richard II. The ceremonial transfer of power was a momentous event in English history, and the procession was a spectacular display of the monarchy's power and pageantry. The 14th century was a time of great change in England, and the Coronation of King Henry IV was a pivotal moment in the transition from the late medieval period to the early modern era. The regalia carried in the procession were symbols of the monarch's divine right to rule, and the pageantry of the event served to reinforce the power and authority of the monarchy. This evocative print, created in 1937, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of chivalry, ceremony, and grand spectacle. The intricate details of the knights' armor, the somber dignity of the procession, and the rich colors of the robes all combine to create a vivid and immersive image of a bygone era.
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