Edward III: Majesty in Medieval Regalia, Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847

This print from "Costume Di Moyen Age" (Costumes of the Middle Ages) published in Paris in 1847, depicts a scene from the medieval era. The image features a group of individuals in an indoor setting, likely a part of a noble class, given the richness of their attire and the elegant interior. A central figure in a blue cape with a red lining is in a dialogue or exchange with a person wearing a green and yellow patterned garment. They both are in the foreground and appear to be the primary subjects of this interaction. Behind them, there are other individuals who seem to be part of the scene, including a person in red robes who is possibly a clergyman, given the context and attire, which resembles ecclesiastical clothing. The background is adorned with Gothic architectural elements such as pointed arches and intricate detailing. Statues or figures are set within the architectural framework, suggesting a church or a similarly important building. The use of bright, primary colors is notable, and the attention to the detail in the clothing suggests a significant event, possibly a ceremony like a marriage, as indicated by the word "Casamiento" (meaning marriage in Spanish) at the bottom of the print. Overall, the print is rich in historical clothing...

Title: "Ecclesiastical Splendor: The Archbishop's Regalia in 'Costume du Moyen Âge'" Description: This historically rich lithograph from the 1847 edition of "Costume du Moyen Âge" d...

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Description: This print, a page from the work "Costume du Moyen Age" from 1847, depicts a regal figure representing Edward III, one of the most notable kings of England during the me...

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