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Second Crusade (1147-1149). Louis VII of France
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Second Crusade (1147-1149). Louis VII of France
" Second Crusade (1147-1149). Louis VII of France. Illustration depicting " Romance de Ogier le Danois", designed in Paris by Antoine Verard (1498). Gothic art. Miniature Painting. ITALY. Turin. National Library of the Turin University."
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This exquisite miniature painting, housed in the National Library of the University of Turin in Italy, is a captivating illustration from the "Romance of Ogier the Dane," designed by the renowned Parisian bookmaker Antoine Verard in 1498. The illustration depicts King Louis VII of France, also known as Louis the Fat, who played a significant role in the Second Crusade (1147-1149). The Second Crusade was a military campaign launched in response to an appeal for help from the Byzantine Empire, which was under threat from the Seljuk Turks. King Louis VII, along with King Conrad III of Germany, led the European forces on this crusade. In this illustration, King Louis VII is depicted in regal attire, seated on his horse and holding a standard bearing the fleur-de-lis symbol of France. The scene around him is filled with the chaos and excitement of the crusade, with soldiers and knights in the background, and a city under siege in the distance. The "Romance of Ogier the Dane" was a popular chivalric epic poem in medieval Europe, and this illustration is a testament to the enduring appeal of the crusading spirit and the heroic deeds of the knights of the time. The painting is a masterpiece of Gothic art, with intricate details and vivid colors that bring the story to life. The National Library of the University of Turin is home to a vast collection of rare and valuable manuscripts and prints, and this miniature painting is just one of the many treasures that can be found within its walls. It is a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Europe and the enduring allure of the crusades.
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