Photographic Print : Jacopo Contarini
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Jacopo Contarini
JACOPO CONTARINI Doge of Venice, deposed in 1280 and died the same year. Date: RULED 1275 - 1280
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Media ID 14300927
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1275 1280 Contarini Deposed Died Doge Jacopo Ruled Venice Year
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Bring historical elegance to your home or office with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Photographic Prints. This striking image of Jacopo Contarini, the Doge of Venice, captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the nobleman's regal demeanor during his reign from 1275 to 1280. With exceptional detail and vibrant colors, this rights-managed print is a captivating addition to any collection. Relive history and add a touch of timeless sophistication to your space.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: Jacopo Contarini, the Tragic Doge of Venice (1275-1280) Jacopo Contarini, a nobleman from one of Venice's most distinguished families, ascended to the Dogeship of Venice in 1275. His reign, however, was marked by turmoil and ultimately ended in tragedy. Born into the prominent Contarini family, Jacopo was well-educated and experienced in diplomacy. He was elected Doge in a time when Venice faced numerous challenges, both internally and externally. The city was embroiled in a power struggle with Genoa over control of the eastern Mediterranean trade routes, and internal unrest threatened to destabilize the Republic. Despite these challenges, Jacopo sought to maintain peace and stability within Venice. He worked to strengthen alliances with neighboring cities and negotiated a peace treaty with Genoa in 1278. However, his efforts were not enough to quell the unrest within Venice. In 1280, a popular uprising against the ruling class erupted in the city. Jacopo, seen as a symbol of the aristocracy, was targeted and deposed. He was arrested and imprisoned, and his property was confiscated. Tragically, Jacopo did not survive his imprisonment. He was either murdered or died of natural causes shortly after his deposition. His death marked the end of the Contarini family's influence in Venetian politics, and the Dogeship passed to the Dandolo family. This poignant image captures the somber and tragic end to Jacopo Contarini's reign as Doge of Venice. Despite his efforts to bring peace and stability to the city, he was ultimately unable to prevent his own downfall. The photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often unpredictable nature of political power and the human cost of political upheaval. [Image Description: A photograph of a painting depicting Jacopo Contarini, dressed in the robes of a Doge, sitting in a chair with a solemn expression on his face. He is surrounded by shadows, and the background is dark and ominous.]
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