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Coronation of Harold, King of the Anglo-Saxons, engraved by W. Ridgeway (engraving)
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Coronation of Harold, King of the Anglo-Saxons, engraved by W. Ridgeway (engraving)
STC255282 Coronation of Harold, King of the Anglo-Saxons, engraved by W. Ridgeway (engraving) by Maclise, Daniel (1806-70) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harold II (c.1022-66); crowned in 1066, the year he was defeated by William the Conqueror; Harald Godwinson; claimed crown on the death of Edward the Confessor before the Witangemot; last Saxon king; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23374126
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Anglo Saxon C11th Courtiers Crowning Enthroned Sceptre Rulers
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The captivating print titled "Coronation of Harold, King of the Anglo-Saxons" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Engraved by W. Ridgeway and based on Daniel Maclise's original artwork, this image captures the grandeur and solemnity of Harold II's coronation. Harold II, also known as Harald Godwinson, claimed the crown after Edward the Confessor's death before the Witangemot. In 1066, he was crowned as King of the Anglo-Saxons but faced a fateful defeat against William the Conqueror later that same year. In this scene from his coronation ceremony, we see Harold seated upon an ornate throne adorned with symbols of power and authority. Holding a scepter in one hand and an orb representing his dominion in another, he exudes regal confidence. Surrounded by courtiers dressed in opulent attire, their loyalty evident through their presence at this historic event. The Christian cross prominently displayed behind him signifies both his religious devotion and divine right to rule. Notably armed with an axe nearby are reminders of the challenges that awaited him during his reign – weaponry symbolizing strength and protection amidst political turmoil. This remarkable print from The Stapleton Collection allows us to witness firsthand a pivotal moment in British history when England transitioned from Saxon rule to Norman conquest. It serves as a testament to our fascination with royalty, power dynamics, and historical narratives that continue to capt
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