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Thibaud's war horse
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Once upon a time...
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... below the ramparts of Provins medieval town...
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... geese were quacking...
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...cows were mooing...
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...goats were bleating...
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... and the lovely Blanche has arrived...
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... on her faithful mare.
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Suddenly appeared an oriental envoy...
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Princess, Count Thibaud is back from the crusade!!
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A feast is being prepared...
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...everything must be ready.
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Here comes Count Thibaud de Champagne!
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Thibaud proudly waves his banner...
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... while Blanche is preparing a welcome gift.
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The count climbs down from his horse...
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...and as the horseman takes away the Count's mount...
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...the young couple is finally reunited!
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And while jugglers show their talents...
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...riders are preparing for the tournament.
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They run for the prize...
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...they parade with their axes...
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...showing their skills...
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... and Thibaud is the winner!!
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Offering the rose to his Lady...
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Back on her mare...
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...princess Blanche is parading...
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... and makes the horse salute.
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Suddenly...
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... leading his wolves...
