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Henry VIIIs rosary (boxwood)
1268641 Henry VIIIs rosary (boxwood) by Flemish School, (16th century); eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; (add.info.: Henry VIII (1491-1547) King of England.
This rosary owned by Henry VIII, consists of a ring from which hangs a cross, ten Ave beads, and a large bead for Pater Noster. It has been richly carved throughout and the Pater bead is hinged, with two biblical scenes carved inside.
The royal arms are carved in the Pater bead. On one side of the cross are Christ and the four Evangelists; one the other, the four Latin Fathers; while the beads are carved with the Apostles, Sentences of the Creed, Prophets and Sybils, and scenes from the Old and New Testaments.); Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22314344
© Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases Henry VIII's rosary, a remarkable piece of religious artistry from the 16th century. Crafted by the Flemish School, this boxwood rosary is part of The Devonshire Collections at Chatsworth. Owned by King Henry VIII himself, it comprises a ring with a hanging cross, ten Ave beads, and a large bead for Pater Noster. The intricate carvings on this rosary are truly awe-inspiring. Every inch has been meticulously adorned with biblical scenes and symbols of faith. Notably, the hinged Pater bead reveals two exquisite biblical scenes within its confines while displaying the royal arms on its exterior. On one side of the cross, Christ and the four Evangelists are depicted in stunning detail. On the other side, we find representations of the four Latin Fathers. Each individual bead carries its own unique carvings portraying various aspects of Christianity such as Apostles, Sentences of Creed, Prophets and Sybils alongside scenes from both Old and New Testaments. This extraordinary work exemplifies not only Henry VIII's devotion to his Catholic faith but also his appreciation for fine craftsmanship. It serves as a testament to his reign as King of England during an era when religion played an integral role in shaping society. Reproduced here with permission from Chatsworth Settlement Trustees and captured beautifully by Bridgeman Images' lens; this print allows us to marvel at this historical artifact that intertwines royalty with spirituality seamlessly
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