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Vue de la ville de Sion, Capitale du Vallais
| Article ID | EUC3069 |
Title | Vue de la ville de Sion, Capitale du Vallais |
Description | Beautiful total view of the city Sion ( Sitten) in Swizerland. |
| Year | ca. 1780 |
Artist | Barbier |
Historical Description | As a result of the decline of the feudal social order and thanks to privileges and concessions granted by the bishop, the citizens of Sion had a limited independence in the Middle Ages. From the middle of the 14th century to 1475, the history of Sion was filled with wars and destruction. Bishop Witschard Tavel tried to reduce the privileges of the cathedral collegiate chapter and the citizenry with the support of the Count of Savoy. In 1352, Sion was conquered, pillaged and plundered by an army from Savoy. In 1373, the Bishop bought back the majority of the fief of Sion from the de Greysier family. Majorie Castle became the Bishop's residence and the maior was now appointed by the Bishop every year. After the origional painting from Gabriel Lory ( 1784-1846), Bern. |
| Dimensions (cm) | 32 x 34,5 |
| Condition | Perfect condition |
| Coloring | original colored |
| Technique | Copper print- Aquatinta |
Reproduction:
43.50 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )