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"Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c. 1910 (litho)
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"Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c. 1910 (litho)
IL323225 " Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Lewes was one of two main battles of the conflict known as the Second Barons War; It took place at Lewes in Sussex, on May 14, 1264; opposition to costly and inept policies of King Henry III; )
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Simon thou worst of traitors, I defy thee" transports us back to a significant moment in history. The illustration is taken from the renowned publication British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell in London around 1910. The artwork depicts the Battle of Lewes, a pivotal event during the Second Barons War that occurred on May 14th, 1264. In this intense scene, we witness soldiers clad in medieval regalia engaging in combat on a vast battlefield. Banners flutter proudly above them as cavalrymen charge forward with determination. The central figure of Simon de Montfort stands defiantly amidst the chaos, his banner held high. This portrayal captures both the bravery and treachery associated with this historical character who led opposition against King Henry III's policies. The artist W. R. S Stott skillfully brings this clash between feudal armies to life through intricate details and dynamic composition. Every element within the image contributes to an atmosphere charged with tension and anticipation. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported into a world where honor and loyalty clashed violently against each other. It serves as a reminder of how conflicts shape our history while also highlighting the artistic prowess employed by Stott to immortalize these events for generations to come.
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