The Duke and the cities: where was the main seat of Henry of Jawor (1312-1346)?

• Authors: Tomasz Zawadzki
• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

EN

The article explores the reign of Duke Henry of Jawor (1312–1346), focusing on the interplay between ducal authority and urban centers in his duchy. By analyzing Henry’s itinerary and relationships with townspeople, it reveals Lwówek as his primary residence and favored city, challenging the traditional view of Jawor as his main seat. The study also highlights how proximity to the duke’s court facilitated social mobility for burghers.

Keywords

EN

Henry of Jawor; Silesian Piasts; medieval Silesia; ducal court; social mobility

Discipline

• HISTORY: HISTORY

• Publisher: Institute of History, Czech Academy of Sciences
• Journal: Mediaevalia Historica Bohemica
• Year: 2024
• Volume: 27
• Issue: 1
• Pages: 7-19
• Document type: ARTICLE

Contributors

author

Tomasz Zawadzki

• Historický ústav AV ČR, v. v. i., Prosecká 809/76, 190 00 Praha 9, Czech Republic