Entry of Louis VII c 1120-80 King of France and Conrad III 1093-1152 King of Germany into Constantinople during the Crusades

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"Entry of Louis VII c 1120-80 King of France and Conrad III 1093-1152 King of Germany into Constantinople during the Crusades" is a notable illumination by the French painter Jean Fouquet, depicting a significant historical event during the time of the Crusades. Jean Fouquet, born around 1420 and died before 1481, was a preeminent French artist of the 15th century, renowned for his mastery in manuscript illumination as well as panel painting. This particular work is part of a larger collection of illustrations created by Fouquet for the "Grandes Chroniques de France," a royal compilation of the history of France.

The illumination captures the moment when King Louis VII of France and King Conrad III of Germany, both leaders of the Second Crusade, entered the city of Constantinople, then the capital of the Byzantine Empire. The event took place in the mid-12th century, a period marked by religious fervor and military expeditions to the Holy Land. The artwork is significant for its historical representation and the insight it provides into the interactions between Western European crusaders and the Byzantine Empire.

Fouquet's work is characterized by a combination of Gothic and Italian Renaissance artistic elements, reflecting the transitional period in which he lived. His use of vibrant colors, attention to detail, and the portrayal of figures in contemporary dress, despite the historical subject matter, are indicative of his style. The "Entry of Louis VII and Conrad III into Constantinople" stands out as a testament to Fouquet's skill in conveying grand historical narratives through the medium of manuscript illumination.

This piece, like many of Fouquet's illuminations, is celebrated for its contribution to the understanding of the visual culture of the French court in the 15th century and its depiction of a pivotal moment in the history of the Crusades. The artwork is housed in one of the prominent collections of medieval manuscripts, though the specific location may vary as it could be part of a traveling exhibition or on loan to different institutions for scholarly study or public display.

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