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Lady Godiva' on horse lead through the town by a nun in Detroit, Michigan. Spectators watch as she passes by. This historic stock footage available in HD video. View pricing below video player.
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Lady Godiva ( / ɡəˈdaɪvə /; died between 1066 and 1086), in Old English Godgifu, was a late Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who is relatively well documented as the wife of Leofric, Earl of Mercia, and a patron of various churches and monasteries.
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The story of Lady Godiva’s naked ride through Coventry has inspired painters, sculptors, film makers and song writers.
May 16, 2023 · Lady Godiva was an 11th-century Anglo-Saxon noblewoman who became famous for riding naked through the streets on the back of her horse. She did so in protest against her husband, trying to persuade him to reduce the taxes of the region they ruled.
Oct 22, 2014 · The original Lady Godiva was an 11th century noblewoman married to Leofric, the powerful Earl of Mercia and Lord of Coventry. As the story goes, Godiva was troubled by the crippling taxes...
Lady Godiva, often shrouded in the mystery of her legendary ride, was more than a folklore figure. In the 11th century, she embodied women’s empowerment and women’s transcending mere legendary status. Beyond the myth lies a woman who founded a monastery with Leofric in Coventry.
The painting “Lady Godiva” by John Collier, created in the 19th century, depicts a modestly veiled Godiva on her legendary ride. The artwork became an iconic representation of the medieval legend and immortalized her courageous spirit.
