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The Doge of Venice, Sebastian Ziani (died 1178) presents his sword to Pope Alexander III (Rolando Bandinelli, circa 1105-1181), as a sign of commitment to the fight against Emperor Frederic Barberousse (Frederic I de Hohenstaufen)
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The Doge of Venice, Sebastian Ziani (died 1178) presents his sword to Pope Alexander III (Rolando Bandinelli, circa 1105-1181), as a sign of commitment to the fight against Emperor Frederic Barberousse (Frederic I de Hohenstaufen)
FLO4676686 The Doge of Venice, Sebastian Ziani (died 1178) presents his sword to Pope Alexander III (Rolando Bandinelli, circa 1105-1181), as a sign of commitment to the fight against Emperor Frederic Barberousse (Frederic I de Hohenstaufen, 1122-1190) - Pope Alexander III presenting the Doge of Venice with a sword to fight Frederick Barossa, 14th century - The Pope wears a papal tiara, scarlet chasuble, white pallium, and white gloves - The Doge wears a ducal bonnet, tunic in Siena brown with coats of arms of Saint Mark (gold lion on red field) over a suit of plate armour and chainmail - From a fresco by Spinello Aretino in the Palazzo Pubblico, Siena - Handcoloured illustration drawn and lithographed Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from " Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, " Levy Fils, Paris, 1860 by Mercuri, Paolo (1804-84); (add.info.: The Doge of Venice, Sebastian Ziani (died 1178) presents his sword to Pope Alexander III (Rolando Bandinelli, circa 1105-1181), as a sign of commitment to the fight against Emperor Frederic Barberousse (Frederic I de Hohenstaufen, 1122-1190) - Pope Alexander III presenting the Doge of Venice with a sword to fight Frederick Barossa, 14th century - The Pope wears a papal tiara, scarlet chasuble, white pallium, and white gloves - The Doge wears a ducal bonnet, tunic in Siena brown with coats of arms of Saint Mark (gold lion on red field) over a suit of plate armour and chainmail - From a fresco by Spinello Aretino in the Palazzo Pubblico, Siena - Handcoloured illustration drawn and lithographed Paul Mercuri with text by Camille Bonnard from " Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries, " Levy Fils, Paris, 1860); © Florilegius
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In this photo print, we witness a significant moment in history as the Doge of Venice, Sebastian Ziani, presents his sword to Pope Alexander III. This act symbolizes their unwavering commitment to join forces against Emperor Frederic Barberousse and his reign of power. The scene is beautifully depicted in a fresco by Spinello Aretino within the Palazzo Pubblico in Siena. The Pope stands tall and regal, adorned with a papal tiara atop his head and draped in a scarlet chasuble. His white pallium and gloves further accentuate his divine authority. Contrasting the Pope's ecclesiastical attire, the Doge exudes strength and valor. He wears a ducal bonnet upon his head while donning an impressive suit of plate armor combined with chainmail for protection on the battlefield. Over this formidable ensemble rests a tunic in Siena brown proudly displaying the coats of arms of Saint Mark - a gold lion on a red field. This handcolored illustration from "Historical Costumes from the 12th to 15th Centuries" transports us back to this pivotal moment during the 14th century when alliances were forged through symbolic gestures such as presenting one's sword as an oath of loyalty. Through this image captured by Paul Mercuri and accompanied by text written by Camille Bonnard, we are reminded of the intricate tapestry that history weaves together - where politics intertwine with religion, power clashes with honor, and leaders unite against common foes.
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