Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming (litho)

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Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming (litho)

8661094 Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming (litho) by Edelfelt, Albert Gustaf Aristides (1854-1905) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duke Charles insulting the Corpse of his Enemy Fleming. Claude Flemming, one of the most distinguished Swedish generals and statesmen, supported the young King Sigismund (who was detested as a Catholic), against the intrigues of his uncle, Duke Charles of Sudermania, who posed as the champion of Protestantism. After suppressing a revolt of the peasants, Flemming died in 1597, not without suspicion of poison, and Duke Charles dethroned his nephew five years later. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn

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This powerful lithograph by Albert Gustaf Aristides Edelfelt captures the brutal and ruthless nature of Duke Charles as he insults the corpse of his enemy, Claude Flemming. The scene depicts a moment of intense political turmoil in Swedish history, with Flemming being a loyal supporter of the Catholic King Sigismund against the Protestant Duke Charles. Flemming, a distinguished general and statesman, met his untimely demise under suspicious circumstances in 1597, leading to rumors of poisoning at the hands of his enemies. Duke Charles wasted no time in seizing power and eventually dethroning his nephew, further solidifying his grip on Sweden. The image is filled with tension and drama as Duke Charles stands triumphantly over Flemming's lifeless body, symbolizing the ruthlessness and brutality that characterized this turbulent period in European history. The stark black-and-white contrast adds to the intensity of the scene, highlighting the gravity of these political machinations. This lithograph serves as a haunting reminder of the dark side of power struggles and betrayals that have plagued nations throughout history. It is a chilling portrayal of how far individuals will go to secure their own ambitions at any cost.

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