Description: The battle scene at the center is thought to depict the victory of Hannibal and the Carthaginians over the Romans in Cannae in 216 B.C., which here could be interpreted as an allusion to the struggle of France against the Holy Roman Empire during the sixteenth century. In the strapwork borders are the intertwined letters: H for Henry II (reigned 154759); C for Catherine de Mdicis, his queen; and possibly also D for Diane de Poitiers, his mistress. Interspersed with the initials are crescents, the king's personal badge and a reference to the moon goddess Diana and her namesake Diane de Poitiers. This plaque measures 24" tall x 17.5" wide. I don't believe it is plaster, but rather a resin or plastic. Please see the last picture of the crack in the back to get an idea of the material. I can't round any information at all about this piece other than what it replicates. Obviously very rare. Feel free to make an offer! Plaster Bas Relief Parade Shield Henry II of France Replica Wall Plaque.
Price: 124.75 USD
Location: North Fork, California
End Time: 2025-01-31T00:05:22.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Shape: Shield
Size: Medium
Item Length: 24 in
Suitable For: Wall
Department: Adults
Number in Pack: 1
Style: 1500s Henry II
Features: Relief
Room: Any Room
Finish: Brushed Bronze
Engraved: No
Handmade: No
Item Width: 17.5 in
Signed: No
Color: Bronze
Material: Resin
Orientation: Vertical
Subject: The victory of Hannibal
Brand: Toscano
Mounting: Wall Mounted
Type: Plaque
Model: Wall Plaque
Theme: Medieval
Time Period Manufactured: unknown
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
