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Etats Generaux de Paris assembled in Paris cathedral, 1328 with Philip of Valois
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Etats Generaux de Paris assembled in Paris cathedral, 1328 with Philip of Valois
Etats Generaux de Paris assembled in Paris cathedral, 1328 with Philip of Valois (1293-1350) presiding. Assumed regency on death of Charles IV until Charles pregnant widow gave birth to daughter who could not inherit under Salic law. As Philip VI became first Valois king of France (1328). Jean Alaux (1786-1864) French historical painter
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1786 1864 Birth Cathedral Charles Daughter Death Gave Jean King Painter Paris Philip Pregnant Royalty Valois Widow 1328 Alaux Assembled Assumed Etats Generaux Inherit Presiding Regency
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This print captures a significant moment in French history - the assembly of the Etats Generaux de Paris in 1328, held within the grandeur of Paris cathedral. Presiding over this gathering is Philip of Valois, who assumed regency upon the death of Charles IV. However, fate took an unexpected turn when Charles' pregnant widow gave birth to a daughter, rendering her unable to inherit under Salic law. Philip VI emerged as the first Valois king of France due to these circumstances. The renowned French historical painter Jean Alaux beautifully immortalizes this pivotal event through his brushstrokes and attention to detail. In this image, we witness royalty and power converging within the sacred walls of the cathedral. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and intrigue as political decisions that will shape France's future are being made. Each figure present holds their own significance in this historic tableau. The photograph not only serves as a visual record but also transports us back in time, allowing us to contemplate the intricate web of politics and inheritance laws that shaped medieval Europe. It reminds us that even amidst grand cathedrals and royal ceremonies, human stories unfold - stories filled with ambition, love, loss, and legacy. This remarkable print from Universal Images Group (UIG) invites us to delve into centuries past and immerse ourselves in an era where power struggles were played out against a backdrop of religious sanctity and societal expectations.
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