Antique Roland at Roncevalles Engraving – Charlemagne Knight Print – Great Men and Famous Women – Best Men Series – Medieval Battle Art

Original antique engraving titled “Roland at Roncevalles.”

This dramatic historical print depicts the legendary Frankish knight Roland, mortally wounded at the Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778 AD) — one of the most famous episodes in medieval European history and the epic tradition of The Song of Roland.

The composition captures Roland’s final moments amid fallen warriors and battlefield debris, rendered in rich Victorian engraving detail. The emotional intensity and heroic symbolism make this one of the most sought-after medieval subjects from the series.

Great Men and Famous Women
(also referenced as Best Men and Famous Women)
Edited by Charles F. Horne
Published c. 1890s (Victorian era)

The series documented influential leaders, warriors, and defining moments in world history through finely executed engravings.

Approx. 11.5 x 8.5 inches (unframed)
Image area varies slightly by plate.

• Age toning

• Minor edge wear

• Light corner handling

• Overall strong antique condition

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