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'Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire', 11th century, (1777). Artist: L Hall

'Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire', 11th century, (1777). Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030. He is shown on the famous occasion when he demonstrated to flattering courtiers that God alone can command the tides. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1777.

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'Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire', 11th century, (1777). Artist: L Hall

Caption:

'Canute, Commanding the Sea to Retire', 11th century, (1777). Canute (Sveinsson Knut) (d1035) was King of England from 1016, Denmark from 1018 and Norway from 1030. He is shown on the famous occasion when he demonstrated to flattering courtiers that God alone can command the tides. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1777.

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3520 x 4978 px | 50.1 MB

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29.8 x 42.1 cm | 11.7 x 16.6 in (300 dpi)

Keywords:

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