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Manfred king of Sicily asks the Saracens for entry to Lucera (Puglia), 1254
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Manfred king of Sicily asks the Saracens for entry to Lucera (Puglia), 1254
LLM454560 Manfred king of Sicily asks the Saracens for entry to Lucera (Puglia), 1254 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manfred king of Sicily asks the Saracens for entry to Lucera (Puglia) in 1254 when fleeing the Papal troops. Illustration for Storia d Italia by Paolo Giudici (Nerbini, 1930).); © Look and Learn
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Entry Fleeing Puglia Saracens 1254 Ghibelline Lucera
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This print titled "Manfred king of Sicily asks the Saracens for entry to Lucera (Puglia), 1254" takes us back in time to a significant historical event. The image, captured by Tancredi Scarpelli, showcases the desperate plea of Manfred, the King of Sicily, as he seeks refuge from the Papal troops in Lucera. In this dramatic scene, we witness Manfred standing before a group of Saracens, his expression filled with urgency and determination. It is 1254, and Manfred's Ghibelline forces are being pursued relentlessly by the Pope Innocent IV's army. In dire need of sanctuary, he turns to the Saracens who inhabit Lucera in Puglia. The composition beautifully captures both tension and hope as Manfred pleads for entry into their city. The artist skillfully portrays the contrasting emotions on each character's face - anxiety mixed with curiosity among the Saracens and desperation mingled with resilience on Manfred's countenance. This powerful illustration was originally created by Scarpelli for Paolo Giudici's book "Storia d'Italia" published in 1930. It serves as a reminder of Italy's rich history and its complex political landscape during that era. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry today, it transports us back to an important moment when alliances were forged amidst chaos and survival hung precariously in balance.
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