Bos en Lommer in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe
Reinaert de Vos / Reynard the Fox
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, November 1, 2022
1. Reinaert de Vos / Reynard the Fox Marker
Reinaert de Vos is an epic animal poem that is regarded as the pinnacle of Dutch medieval literature. It is said to have been written in the 13th century by one “Willem”. It is a satirical animal story, in which a mirror is held up to medieval society. At King Nobel's Court, the animals complain about Reinaert's villainy. When called to account, he manages through his wiles to avoid being punished.
Erected by Geef Straten Een Gezicht.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 52° 22.747′ N, 4° 51.388′ E. Marker is unreadable. Marker is in Amsterdam, Noord-Holland (North Holland). It is in Bos en Lommer. Marker is at the intersection of Reinaert de Vosstraat and Admiral de Ruijterweg, on the right when traveling west on Reinaert de Vosstraat. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Admiraal de Ruijterweg 277-HS, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland 1055 CM, Netherlands. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Karel Doorman (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Juliana van Stolberg (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Gerard Callenburg (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Joris Andringa (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Willem van Oranje / William the Silent (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Jan den Haen (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Hofwijck (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Adolf van Nassau (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Amsterdam.
Also see . . .
1. Reynard the Fox (Wikipedia).
Overview:(Submitted on February 11, 2023.)Reynard the Fox is a literary cycle of medieval allegorical Dutch, English, French and German fables. The first extant versions of the cycle date from the second half of the 12th century. The genre was popular throughout the Late Middle Ages, as well as in chapbook form throughout the Early Modern period…The stories are largely concerned with the main character Reynard, an anthropomorphic red fox, trickster figure. His adventures usually involve his deceiving other anthropomorphic animals for his own advantage or trying to avoid their retaliatory efforts...Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, November 1, 20222. Reinaert de Vos / Reynard the Fox Marker - wide view
2. Folklore of the Low Countries (Wikipedia).
Excerpt: Van den vos Reynaerde (About Reynard the Fox) is the Dutch version of the story of the Reynard the fox by Willem, that derives and expands from the French poem Roman de Renart. However, the first fragments of the tale were found written in Belgium. It is an anthropomorphic fable of a fox, a trickster. The Dutch version is considered a masterpiece, it regards the animals' attempts to bring Reynard to King Nobel's court, Reynard the fox outwits everyone in avoiding being hung on the gallows...(Submitted on February 11, 2023.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 10, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 87 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 10, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
