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Italianate stoneware relief sculpture titled 'Relief of Henry IV's Return to France', in excellent condition, 16 cm wide, 27 cm high, 2 cm deep, not signed.
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Relief of Henry IV's Return to France
Henry IV, born Henry de Bourbon, was the founder of the Bourbon dynasty of France, reigning from August 2, 1589 to May 14, 1610. Originally a Huguenot, he converted to Catholicism to inherit the French throne. During his reign, Henry IV, through his outstanding military talent and skillful manipulation of opposing forces, successfully ended more than thirty years of religious wars and signed the Edict of Nantes, ending the Huguenot Wars. His rule was widely sympathized with and mourned by the people, who praised him as "Henry the Wise King" and posthumously honored him as "Henry the Great." Furthermore, he wanted to beautify the royal residences, so he undertook large-scale construction projects at the Louvre and Fontainebleau Palace and initiated many urban planning projects. Although new tensions arose both domestically and internationally towards the end of his reign, Henry IV, as the founder of the French Bourbon dynasty, had a profound impact on French history.12
Dimensions: 26.5*16.5*1.5 cm
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Relief of Henry IV's Return to France
Henry IV, born Henry de Bourbon, was the founder of the Bourbon dynasty of France, reigning from August 2, 1589 to May 14, 1610. Originally a Huguenot, he converted to Catholicism to inherit the French throne. During his reign, Henry IV, through his outstanding military talent and skillful manipulation of opposing forces, successfully ended more than thirty years of religious wars and signed the Edict of Nantes, ending the Huguenot Wars. His rule was widely sympathized with and mourned by the people, who praised him as "Henry the Wise King" and posthumously honored him as "Henry the Great." Furthermore, he wanted to beautify the royal residences, so he undertook large-scale construction projects at the Louvre and Fontainebleau Palace and initiated many urban planning projects. Although new tensions arose both domestically and internationally towards the end of his reign, Henry IV, as the founder of the French Bourbon dynasty, had a profound impact on French history.12
Dimensions: 26.5*16.5*1.5 cm
Shipping and Purchase Information: The goods will be carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.
General Information: International buyers are welcome. Any import duties or taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
I strive to describe all goods accurately and honestly, and provide high-resolution photos of the actual products.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Stoneware
Title of artwork
Relief of Henry IV's Return to France
Signature
Not signed
Edition
Relief of Henry IV's Return to France
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
27 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
2 cm
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