liberty1776: The Modena ArchvaultThe Archvault of the Cathedral of St John in Modena Italy contains
liberty1776:The Modena ArchvaultThe Archvault of the Cathedral of St John in Modena Italy contains what is probably the earliest representation of the King Arthur legend. Created about AD 1100 it predates Geoffrey of Monmouth. The carvings show the rescue of Guinevere from the castle of Mardoc by Arthur and five of his knights, including Sir Gawain. The armor and weapons are from the time the sculpture was made and depict 11th century knights rather than warriors from the 6th century when the legendary Arthur supposedly lived. -- source link
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