A Paean for a Queen: The Frontispiece to the Encomium Emmae Reginae
Carol Neuman de Vegvar
The frontispiece of the British Library manuscript Encomium Emmae Reginae shows a line drawing presentation to its patroness, Queen Emma. model type selected for Emma is not difficult trace. This particular royal donor portrait-type product Carolingian age. It was no doubt due importance context that later became widespread. Emma's crown and enthronement here reflect her role as consecrated queen at time written. Queens in England were anointed from consecration Elfthryth Wessex 973, an event described Anonymous Life Oswald. text ends paean present-day tranquillity, description familial love among mother sons. illustration this ideal moment, placing center stage architect.
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