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Medieval Valor: Sir Richard Vernon in Full Armor, Original Lithograph of 1847
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Title: "Medieval Valor: Sir Richard Vernon in Full Armor from 'Costume du Moyen Âge'"
Description: This exquisite 1847 lithograph from the collection "Costume du Moyen Âge" presents Sir Richard Vernon, a historical figure known for his participation in the Battle of Shrewsbury (1403). Clad in full plate armor, the image captures the knightly elegance of the medieval era, demonstrating both the martial aspect and the chivalric ideals of the time.
Sir Richard is depicted in a stance of prayer, his gauntleted hands pressed together in a gesture of piety or perhaps a pre-battle invocation. His armor is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, with each piece intricately designed not just for protection but also to display his status and heraldry. The armor glistens with the embellishments of wealth and noble birth, showcasing elaborate gilding and engraving.
Atop his head is a helmet adorned with a crest and mantling, which would have flowed behind him as he rode into battle, adding to his imposing presence. His helmet's visor is raised, revealing his composed and youthful face, suggesting the dual nature of knights as both fierce warriors and figures of noble bearing.
Below him, the lithograph includes a detailed rendering of a lion, likely part of his heraldic device, symbolizing courage and royalty. The lion is depicted in a naturalistic style, contrasting with the stylized formality of the knight's attire.
This lithograph not only serves as a historical record of medieval armor and fashion but also evokes the romanticism of the era's chivalric culture. It is a window into the past, illuminating the high regard for ceremony, the artistry of armory, and the personal valor that were all integral to the identity of a knight.
The colors have a nice glow over them. Historically, egg whites, known as glair, and sometimes egg yolk were indeed used in illumination and painting, particularly in manuscripts, to give colors a brighter appearance and to add a sheen or gloss to the work. This technique was quite common during the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance.
Egg whites can be applied as a varnish over pigments to enhance their brightness and to protect the colors. This application could make the colors appear more vivid and also add a slight glossy sheen to the surface of the image.
Egg yolk, on the other hand, was commonly used as a binding agent in paint. It forms the basis of tempera paint, a medium that was widely used before the advent of oil painting. Egg yolk helps to create a durable and long-lasting color that adheres well to various surfaces.
In the context of the print from 1847, it's less likely that egg whites or yolks were used directly on the print, as by that time, commercial printing processes would have been more advanced and less reliant on such manual methods. However, if this print is a representation of an earlier style or is meant to mimic the appearance of hand-painted manuscripts, the original artists might have employed techniques or materials that gave a similar effect to those achieved with egg-based binders and varnishes.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1847
- Condition:Good. Overal light toning and light soiling but the image itself clean and hand-colored almost 200 years ago and still in expliciet colors. Aged paper with typically warm, yellowish-brown hue, mostly around the edges. Study the images carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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