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The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving)
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The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving)
3647271 The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218 (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218. Illustration for Weltgeschichte Fur Das Volk by Otto von Corvin and Wilhelm Held (Verlag und Druck von Otto Spamer, 1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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The Death of Simon de Montfort at the Siege of Toulouse, 1218
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. In this engraving by Alphonse Marie de Neuville, we are transported back to the tumultuous events of the medieval era. The scene depicts the fateful moment when Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester and leader of the Albigensian Crusade, meets his tragic end during the siege of Toulouse in 1218. The artwork showcases a battlefield teeming with chaos and conflict. Towering castle walls loom in the background as trebuchets launch their deadly projectiles towards their targets. Amidst this backdrop, knights on horseback engage in fierce combat while brave soldiers fight valiantly for their cause. Simon de Montfort himself is shown atop his noble steed, gallantly leading his troops into battle. However, fate has other plans for him as an arrow finds its mark and strikes him down. This pivotal moment captures both the brutality and heroism that defined this period in history. Beyond its historical significance, this engraving also offers a glimpse into everyday life during medieval times. From humble farm animals grazing nearby to dwellings dotting the landscape, it reminds us that amidst war there were still moments of ordinary existence. Through intricate details and masterful craftsmanship, Neuville's work transports us to a time long past but not forgotten. It serves as a poignant reminder of how history continues to shape our present-day world.
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